Kevin O'Connor

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Mar, 2024

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“Don’t Call Me” by Kevin O'Connor

“Flatbread is the classiest kind of pizza because you can eat it with silverware without looking psychotic,” Sam had sent to Matty, messaging her after they matched on the new dating app Lobster. At the time, that had seemed to her like a creative and fun way to suggest a date.  “My grandmother was psychotic,” Matty had replied in approval, before they agreed to met at Angelo’s Flatbread Restaurant on Saturday at five. Six weeks ago, Matty returned home from what was supposed to be a lovely afternoon visit with her boyfriend to Capu Cof...

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“The Modern American Home” by Kevin O'Connor

Submitted to Contest #244

Trigger warning: Violent images. They had just installed the new fridge. The boy’s father grunted and cussed as he jammed it into place, sweat soaking his collar. The Philco V Handle, the finest refrigerator money can buy. Silver chrome, knock ‘em dead. The boy was excited about it, he made a big fuss over the whole affair. He liked the way it could open on either side, depending on how the handle was pressed. “It’s dually-hinged,” the father explained, wearing his classic grin. The boy’s mother said it didn’t have enough room. She stood in...

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Aspiring writer