Lady Kay

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Apr, 2024

Stories (2)

2 Stories

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“Spoiler alert” by Lady Kay

Submitted to Contest #276

I met Folagbade in the strangest of ways. And let me tell you, I am no stranger to meeting charming men in unexpected places and in unusual ways. But I digress. When I met Folagbade, I was on my way to Nairobi to attend a conference on behalf of my employers. My work hours were long and brutal, and the role was challenging, making me question my entire life and exciting in a way that made it impossible to turn down weekend assignments and after-hours tasks.  I ended up in the airport lounge by chance. After I cleared security, I went o...

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“Paradise Lost” by Lady Kay

Submitted to Contest #248

It took Zuri three years to plan her escape.  Three years of working two full-time jobs, sticking to a strict monthly budget, coming up with creative excuses to avoid expensive social outings and group dinners with people who insisted on splitting the bill every time, and upcycling her wardrobe. Zuri couldn't remember the last time she bought a new pair of shoes - she preferred low-heeled mules but envied women who could confidently trot around in stilettos - or a dress just because she felt like it or because she needed yet another sat...

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Author bio

Hi, my name is Lady. I am a poet, multimedia journalist, and creative writer of Nigerian descent. I have a BA and MFA in English Literature, Africana Studies, and Creative Writing. When I'm not writing poems and short stories, I enjoy drinking coffee, attacking my colouring book, the occasional cup of tea, and doing too many squats.