Kayla Peart

Author on Reedsy Prompts since May, 2020

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“Closing Time” by Kayla Peart

Submitted to Contest #110

Grey swore the place was empty upon his arrival. The manager finished closing protocols just before a family emergency struck but prevented him from locking up the diner. Grey did one last walkthrough to ensure everything was in its place and when he returned to the dining area, ready to leave and lock the doors, an old man was seated in a booth along the windowed wall. Since it was after hours and dark outside, the area was quiet enough to hear the bells above the door ring, but he had heard nothing. “We’re closed, sorry,” Grey said. ...

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“A Family of Liars and Thieves” by Kayla Peart

Submitted to Contest #57

Lying is our way of life. As soon as I could talk, I was telling lies. It was encouraged. If you weren't lying and made a habit of it, you were ousted, or so they said. I played the game for as long as I could until I wanted to quit. That was when I lost it all. It started when I met Avel. His icy blue eyes caught my attention first. But, it was his kind smile and caring demeanor which made me rethink the way I've been living my life. Along with my memories of our first meeting, I'll never forget all the lies I spewed. "Looking for a...

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