Kaylee Tinsley - Writer on Reedsy Prompts

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Growing Pains

“Back in my day, we used to-” Startled at the words that were about to tumble from my lips, I pause with a hand to my mouth. Back in my day? When did I start saying things like that? Those are the things that my parents used to say! Looking around at the confused expressions on the faces of those around me, I clear my throat, remove my hand from my lips and abruptly stand. “You know, I’m actually not feeling very well. I think I’m going to go upstairs and lie down for a while.” &nbs...

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All the Voices

Kaylee Tinsley

Submitted to Contest #63

By the time I step outside, the leaves are on fire. Panting, I run straight past the pile of leaves that had, only moments before, been a symbol of fall and new beginnings. I run straight past the hot dog cart that has been there ever since I can remember. My mom used to bring me here as a kid. We were happy then- but that was before. Now, in place of the friendly older man who promises a smile with every sale, there is a monster with his sharp teeth bared and claws poised to attack. Where are you going? I’m here to help yo...

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I Shouldn't Be Here

Kaylee Tinsley

Submitted to Contest #21

Should I go? Should I stay? I’ll go. I’ll go out of respect. My boss so kindly planned the party, so I’ll go. I’ll stay for two hours. An hour and a half? No. Two hours. I’ll go. ~~~~~~~ What to wear? I look in the mirror. Too dressy? Too casual? Too fa...

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Author bio

Hi! My name is Kaylee and I am a normal teenager who loves to listen to music, take walks, listen to Hamilton on repeat, have family game nights, act, and hang out with friends.

Most of all, though, I love to read and write. With everything that I write, my goal is to glorify Jesus Christ with every word. Nothing else is more important to me in this world.
Currently I only have two stories on Reedsy, but I plan on continuing to write for this site! My current two stories are "All the Voices," a short story about the daily struggles of a schizophrenic, and "I Shouldn't Be Here," a holiday story about a girl struggling with anxiety.

Some of my favorite authors include Jenny B. Jones ( JENNY, not Junie ;)), Veronica Roth, Dan Krokos, Nora Roberts, Keira Cass, Chevy Stevens, Beverly Lewis, Karen Kingsbury, and Amy Clipston.

Some of my favorite authors on Reedsy include:
Cam Croz-https://blog.reedsy.com/creative-writing-prompts/contests/19/submissions/4804/
Leo Greer- https://blog.reedsy.com/creative-writing-prompts/contests/63/submissions/38457/
John Del rio-https://blog.reedsy.com/creative-writing-prompts/contests/64/submissions/39583/
Adreinne Flemming-https://blog.reedsy.com/creative-writing-prompts/contests/58/submissions/34165/
Deidra Lovegren- https://blog.reedsy.com/creative-writing-prompts/contests/58/submissions/33228/
Rima Elboustani - https://blog.reedsy.com/creative-writing-prompts/contests/14/submissions/3185/
Phoebe Barr- https://blog.reedsy.com/creative-writing-prompts/contests/31/submissions/9878/
Above are the links to some of my favorite stories from these incredible Reedsy Authors!
Make sure to check them out! You can find many more of their stories in my library. :)
One of my favorite things in this world is getting on Reedsy and seeing that beautiful little yellow dot in my notifications sign. I will always respond if you ever want to chat!!! :)
If you ask, I will be sure to read your story and give you my input- the good, the bad, and the ugly :) and I ask that you do the same for me! Please, don't hold back on your input and critiques!

Please be sure to like my stories and follow me! It would be much appreciated :)

Thanks!!!