Maggie Gibbs

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Feb, 2022

Stories (6)

6 Stories

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“DJ Dino and the Escape from the Crimson Lava” by Maggie Gibbs

“Mom!” Ben called from his room. “What is it, son?” Liz yelled back in his direction. “You promised you would help me with my volcano! I have the best dinosaurs to stomp around in the lava!” She could hear the excitement in his voice. “I know, son. I promise we’ll do that today. I just have to get through some chores first and then we’ll make it happen. Hang tight, buddy...

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“Walls” by Maggie Gibbs

Submitted to Contest #136

Young love. Whether it was something you said about a couple, or it was something an adult said about you, I’m sure you’ve heard that saying before. It’s how adults describe two teenagers who are infatuated with each other. Most young adults or teenagers experience this young love or even a first love and it shapes who they become as adults. It shapes how they handle relationships going forward....

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“The Interloper” by Maggie Gibbs

Submitted to Contest #135

She was finally alone. The kids were safely at school and her husband had left for work. The house was quiet, and she was able to acknowledge what she’d been contemplating for weeks. It was no longer a peripheral thought that passed through her as she picked up after kids, cleaned up dishes after meals, or folded the never-ending mountain of laundry she was always battling. The thoughts were so loud they were screaming at her. Just do it! Get it over with already! But could she? She stood in front of th...

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“Walterisms” by Maggie Gibbs

Submitted to Contest #134

“Judy! Judy get in here! You have to see this!” Walter had his 1944 vintage Nash Kelvinator binoculars pressed firmly into his eye sockets, while not so discreetly looking out the window of his study. The leather strap that once was new and sturdy was now coming apart at the studs on the ends and was filled with warped cracks all along its length. Those binoculars had seen so much in their 78 years, and so had Walter.Judy screamed something inaudible from the kitchen amongst the banging of pots and pans. He put the binoc...

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“The Plutonians Are Coming” by Maggie Gibbs

Submitted to Contest #134

TW// Mental HealthI found him. I peered down the alley and saw the man digging through a dumpster. I didn’t recognize him in the visual sense of the word but as he turned and looked toward me, my heart recognized him. I felt a flood of emotions. Some went through me so quick I might’ve missed them. Sadness was at the forefront.I picked up my phone and dialed mom. I know it’s him. What if I can get him to come home? What if I can get him help? What if I can get him back to normal? The l...

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“Just Chocolate” by Maggie Gibbs

Submitted to Contest #133

I frantically shuffled bags of candy around the shelf of the convenience store, hoping that by some miracle, a bag would be hidden underneath some Dove Promises or Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. It was my fifth store that day and no one had it. I asked store associates at all the other stores I went into, and no one could help me.“We’re all out.” Those three words were the words I kept hearing. We’re all out. I felt my chest tighten every time, like the weight of my sadness would crush me from the inside out.

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Author bio

💕 I have none of the sought after qualifications that many writers spend time and money obtaining. BUT what I lack in certifications and acronyms behind my last name, I make up for in heart and by many many years of research. I’ve been an avid reader since I was a little girl so I have lots of knowledge under my belt. I love reading and writing and I hope to contribute to this community in a meaningful way. I really welcome any feedback you may have on my stories. Not just feel good vibes or ‘attagirl’s’ either. Constructive criticism would be greatly appreciated because my goal in all of this is to become a better writer. I'm hoping... with your help, I can do that! Thank you for reading! Oh - please don't steal any of my work, because that's just mean. Copyright © 2023 Maggie Gibbs - All Rights Reserved. Using content without written permission is prohibited.