Luiza Marcus

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Oct, 2020

Stories (3)

3 Stories

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“Seven Stops” by Luiza Marcus

Submitted to Contest #249

I adjust my skirt for the third time, pulling it a little higher towards my waist. I'm not happy at all, plus if the wind blows, I'll struggle to keep it against my thighs. I undo the side latch and let the skirt fall to the floor, pick it up with one leg, and throw it over the pile of clothes on the bed. Clothes that I've tried on that I didn't think were an inspired choice for a job interview I want. I'm not so indifferent that I'll wear anything. Come on.The songs that play on my phone are constantly changing. I put on a pair of jeans, gl...

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“The Appeasement ” by Luiza Marcus

Submitted to Contest #71

Part oneI can remember that night but I can barely recall what happened after that incident which has changed my life. That terrible thing I did and all the decisions I took before I’ve committed that crime… I can’t say that I regret them all because they made me the human being I am today.Early in that night, before the evil even began, I took my long, red coat from the hanger –it was a very elegant coat- and I dressed up as I stared at my shoes. I grabbed a biscuit from the extended table which was settled against the wall and I poured som...

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“Life lit by the moon” by Luiza Marcus

Submitted to Contest #63

By the time I stepped outside, the leaves were on fire. Everything was covered in ashes, smoke and threatening flames which were getting closer and closer to our city at a colossal speed. Flames, a lot of flames. Fire everywhere.I pulled the shutter and a cold breeze, which reminded me of a late autumn found its way into the room, into my lungs, ending its journey by giving me a severe headache. It stunned me. I dragged my feet towards the next room and I was welcomed by a dark and deplorable atmosphere. Worms were lurking between the dirty ...

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Author bio

English is not my mother tongue. I wish you all a great day and take care of your soul.