Kate Winchester

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jul, 2020

Stories (29)

29 Stories

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“With Love From Above” by Kate Winchester

Submitted to Contest #116

Amanda startled awake. She panicked before realizing that she was safe in her bedroom. Someone had tapped her shoulder, or so she thought. Her eyes darted around the room. Even though it was dark, she saw neither shadows nor any evidence that someone was there. She listened for any noises, but all was quiet. When her body calmed down and she came to her senses, she figured she must have been dreaming. Her phone was on the night stand next to her, and she reached for it. As she did, she felt something o...

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“Sammy Not-So-Fast” by Kate Winchester

Submitted to Contest #103

Somehow in her 35 years of life, Penelope had never been in a police station before, let alone been given a ride in a cop car. She was disappointed that the officer had not activated his sirens or lights. He wasn’t even speeding. Could he not sense the urgency? This was an emergency. Her baby was missing! Penelope was grateful to the officer; however, as he did not make her sit in the back like a criminal. Penelope was a straight laced goody two shoes, and she wasn’t about to have her reputation thrown into the ...

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“Light at the End of the Tunnel” by Kate Winchester

Submitted to Contest #92

**Author's note: This story can be read as a stand alone, but you'll have more background information about certain events if you read Falling Forward, Falling Apart, and Anything, but Elementary.**Dr. Harding sat at her small wooden desk. It was tucked unassumingly into the corner. A plush dark blue couch commanded attention in the room along with a pair of soft cream-colored chairs. She glanced at her calendar for the day. She had a few appointments scheduled and a couple of meetings. It was going to be busy. ...

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“Flight Risk” by Kate Winchester

Submitted to Contest #79

Mama? I see her, or at least I think that’s her. After twenty years, I can’t be certain. I assess my surroundings. People have flocked to the baggage carousel. Everybody’s eyes are on the first suitcase as if it will magically transform into theirs; it’s bright blue. It’s doubtful that it will go home with the wrong owner, yet people ponder it just the same. There’s an exit to my left. Has she seen me? I’ve grown up; she might not know who I am. I could bolt, but something grounds me. Wh...

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“Letting Go” by Kate Winchester

Submitted to Contest #79

**Trigger warning: suicide ideation** I need to have a meeting with you today at 3:00, Paul had written in his email. He did not elaborate any further and his email was left unexplained. Jill glanced at the clock. It was only ten. How was she going to make it until then? Paul was her boss’s boss. He was the head honcho, the big cheese, or whatever you want to call him. It was uncharacteristic of him to email her as he didn’t interact with her often. She was merely a cog in the wheel and he was the ...

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“Annabeth” by Kate Winchester

Submitted to Contest #72

A huge stack of piping hot chocolate chip pancakes complete with whipped cream was placed in front of him and with it a cold, tall glass of milk to wash it all down.“Thank you.” Xander said.“You’re welcome, dear.” The waitress responded. Xander had come to love the quaint diner. He knew all the wait staff now, and they treated him well. He breathed in the chocolaty, buttery, syrupy smell of perfection. Saturday was the only day where he could sleep in, eat breakfast at the diner, and read a book. It was his...

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“Anything but Elementary” by Kate Winchester

Submitted to Contest #72

“It’s elementary my dear Watson!” Det. Watson rolled his eyes. It was only the umpteenth time that he had heard that statement. “You know Sherlock never technically said that right?” He replied. “And besides, Watson was the doctor, remember?” “Who made you the Sherlock expert?” Det. Schwan asked rhetorically, but Det. Watson responded anyway. “Me, expert? Haha, yeah right.” The two departed their vehicle and entered the police station. They walked by the reception window and Det. Schwan punc...

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“The Marriage of Her Dreams” by Kate Winchester

Submitted to Contest #68

This was supposed to be the happiest day of their lives, or so she thought. Today was the day! June 1st would become a new holiday for the Mr. and Mrs., and it would be one that Amelia would mark on the calendar just for Wesley because she would always remember the date. In terms of planning, Wesley was along for the ride, but he had faith in Amelia. All that mattered to him was the marriage; he would have been content with a courthouse wedding. He had no qualms giving Amelia the reins. If she sought his input h...

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“Falling Apart” by Kate Winchester

Submitted to Contest #68

**Author’s note: This can be read as a stand- alone story, but if you read Falling Forward first, you’ll appreciate this one more. The sun was starting to wake and so was Jenny. She wiped the sleep from her eyes because she could no longer contain her excitement. Next to her, Ethan began to stir. “It’s too early, babe.” He said. “No it’s not. We have a long drive ahead. We should start moving." He grunted, but sat up in response. “I’ll go make some coffee.” She left the room and padded into the ki...

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“Saving Grace” by Kate Winchester

Submitted to Contest #64

“If you wannabe my lover…” “Make it last forever…” Grace belted as she lathered her hair in shampoo. Nostalgia had crept up on her this morning as she thought back to her teen years when it was cool to have your own Spice Girl name; Cinnamon Spice was Grace’s. “Who doesn’t like cinnamon?” She had told her friends. It was also the color of her hair. When she would cry to her mother that her hair was boring brown, her mother would look at her and say “your hair isn’t boring.” “It’s the color of cinnamon, and ...

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“Something Strange in the Neighborhood” by Kate Winchester

Submitted to Contest #60

I woke up, but my eyes remained shut. I listened. I was still. Hearing nothing but the beating of my own heart, I carefully opened my eyes and looked around without moving my head. The sky was its familiar blue with a few clouds dotting its expanse. Seeing nothing else, I sat up. It wasn’t easy; however, as there was this sticky, white substance all around me and on me. It was everywhere and even in the gutter where I’m sure your mind is now. I ran my hands through my hair and winced. There was a ...

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“Time Jumping Joel” by Kate Winchester

Submitted to Contest #57

At last! After years of hard work, Joel had finally perfected his time machine. He knew not what awaited him nor was he fully prepared for what he would see. At this time, he was consumed by excitement and a desire for knowledge of something that no man has ever gained before. Surely, this would set him apart. Surely, he would be revered this time. Maybe instead of being the local mad-scientist, he would live in infamy as a brilliant doctor. Dr. McKinstry, the history books would write, founder of the...

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“Heavenly Hero” by Kate Winchester

Submitted to Contest #55

Owen didn’t have a halo or wings when he was in human form, but that didn’t make him any less angelic. His last assignment had been tough. A young child had been reunited with her heavenly Father. Owen never knew the outcome ahead of time; however, with guidance, he knew how to navigate whatever situation befell him. Nathalie entered Our Lady of Victory. The cathedral ceiling was extraordinary along with the grand organ on the side of the altar. Its tall brass pipes adorned the walls. The sun illuminated the ...

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“Falling Forward” by Kate Winchester

Submitted to Contest #53

The sticky red liquid had pooled partly on its wrapper and partly on the counter leaving its stick lonely. The rest of the liquid had managed to drip off the counter and left a quarter-sized puddle on the floor. “Damn it!” Jenny sighed. “I don’t have time for this!” The loss of the cherry popsicle was not worth mourning; it wasn’t the ice cream she had desired anyway. Her beloved creamy, chocolaty goodness was too many points on her diet plan. Sure she could have eaten the recommended fourth of a cup serving s...

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Author bio

I am not a professional writer, but it's something I enjoy. Maybe one of these days I'll write something worthy of publication. My name is a pen name and I stole the last name from the show Supernatural. I love giving and receiving feedback, so hit me up if you want me to review one of your stories :) Some of my stories are connected. If you want to read my Falling series in chronological order. You should read them as follows: 1.) Falling In Love 2.) Falling Apart 3.) Falling Down 4,) Falling Forward. If you want more suspense, you should read Falling Forward first.