Melinda Madrigal

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jun, 2020

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“IZZY'S DARE” by Melinda Madrigal

Submitted to Contest #94

I dare you are the words you fear, those words certainly don't put fear into me. I was dared to go into the most haunted place in America. I accepted the dare and now I stand in front of Bailey mansion.The day beforeGlenn Bay is said to be the most haunted town in America and the place I call home. When people hear about Glenn Bay they think about ghosts, demons and witches, but to me this is all crazy talk.I live in Glenn Bay my entire life and I never encountered any ghosts, demons or witches, but that's not to say there aren't any stories...

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“Zoey Lost at the Carnival” by Melinda Madrigal

Submitted to Contest #93

The carnival is the biggest most spectacular attraction for River Falls. Anyone who is anyone loves the carnival, the young and old. An annual event that brings in lots of entertainment and fun. The day of the carnival has arrived. The entire town of river falls has gathered on Main Street waiting to see the carnival trucks arrive. The kids are jumping up and down excitedly as they see the carnival trucks. Zoey is one of those children who is excite to see the carnival. She loves everything about the carnival, but Zoey's favorite thing a...

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“Mysterious Blackout” by Melinda Madrigal

Submitted to Contest #92

The blackout occurred at 7 pm, in an instance the entire city of New York went dark. Eight million people are left in the dark with no power. The city is at a standstill, people are rushing to get home in the darkness that is New York. Cops have been called to quell the crowds that have begun to form. Liam and his two younger brothers Noah and Ethan are caught up in the crowd that is forming in Time Square. Liam tells his brothers to walk in the opposite direction away from the crowds. He tells them to hurry. Noah and Ethan begin to run,...

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“The Magic of the Library” by Melinda Madrigal

Submitted to Contest #91

Annie is ten years old the first time she goes to the library. When Annie enters the library she sees a place of wonder, magic and adventure. Annie bounces up and down with excitement. She can't wait to get start on reading the books. Annie goes to the children's section of the library and sets her sights on the fairy tales. Annie loves reading fairy tales. Her favorite is Cinderella. Annie picks up the book, finds a cozy spot in the corner of the library sits down and begins to read. Annie goes to the library every single day and does t...

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“Consequences” by Melinda Madrigal

Submitted to Contest #90

The effects of climate change and the resulting consequences are a direct result of the human race inability to protect their home. It's been ten years since the climate apocalypse devastated humanity and turned earth into a wasteland. No more oceans. No more plants. No more animals. No more blue skies. Lucy watched the effects climate change had on the planet and knew the results would be catastrophic, but nobody believed her. Everyone took science for granted, believing that scientists would have the answers to their problems. This was...

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“Big Dreams: A Leap of Faith” by Melinda Madrigal

Submitted to Contest #89

Taking Chances, change has never been in Avery's vocabulary, but on this day April 9th 2021 Avery received the best news of her life. Avery got accepted into the New York City Ballet. Avery's mom Suzie reads her acceptance letter: "Miss Avery Collins it is with great pleasure and honor to formally invite you to join the New York City Ballet. We hope to see you soon" Avery, her parents and brother are all jumping for joy accept Avery. In all the excitement Avery sneaks out of her house and goes to her favorite place the lake. Ever sinc...

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“Sophia and the Kingdom of the Fairies” by Melinda Madrigal

Submitted to Contest #88

Once upon a time in the land of humans lived a young lady name Sophia who loved fairy tales and one day wished to travel to a magical land known as the kingdom of the fairies.The kingdom of the fairies is a magical land deep in the realm of lights. The fairies are the protectors of all that is good and magical. The kingdom as it is called is protected by the fairy dust and all those who enter the kingdom are enchanted by the fairies. Those who are not enchanted are not welcomed into the kingdom.Sophia who lives in the land of the humans is f...

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“Echo vs The Fairies” by Melinda Madrigal

Submitted to Contest #87

Echo with blue black hair and eyes that sparkle is the littlest of the pixies and prankster of the pixie family. Echo loves to prank the unsuspecting pixie and fairy. The pranks Echo has pulled off have been memorable including those on their cousins the fairies, earning her the nickname mischievous little one. Echo loves to go fairyland to prank her cousins. Echo would shut all the lights off in fairyland and deem the land broken. Echo would take the fairy wands and hide them and watch as the fairies go crazy looking for them, and her fav...

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“Emerald and the Woodland Creatures” by Melinda Madrigal

Submitted to Contest #86

Deep in the forest in a little cottage lived a fair lady with golden hair , green eyes and a name that means a gem. Emerald is her name. She loves the forest and all the creatures that live their including the one with glowing eyes and sharp fangs. Owls, foxes, deers, squirrels, bears, birds, rabbits, moose and raccoons live happily in the forest with Emerald, all but one. The unhappiest of the creatures is one they call wolf. He among them is feared through out the forest. Emerald is not afraid of the wolf. She loves all creatures, but ...

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“The Paris Building” by Melinda Madrigal

Submitted to Contest #85

Paris 1944 Paris is a city of dreams, but in 1944 Paris is a city being rebuilt. When the war ended Paris is a city devastated. Buildings are in ruins, the streets are lined with debris, but there is one building that stands tall and that is the Paris building. The Paris building is a magnificent building in the heart of Paris. It stands as the tallest residential building in Paris. Many families live in the Paris building and they all love it. Neighbors are kind to each other. Kids are friendly towards each other. They play together in th...

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“Moving On” by Melinda Madrigal

Submitted to Contest #84

A year after a devastating pandemic hit the country, the people are stilling feeling the effects of the pandemic. It's been a long road. The country is not yet healed, but help is here, help has always been here, the people have showed that during the pandemic and after the pandemic. Riley, a free spirited young woman survived the pandemic. She is one of the lucky ones, not many people can say that. Riley is one of those people who made a difference. She helped those who needed help, lift the spirits of the front line workers including h...

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“Niamh” by Melinda Madrigal

Submitted to Contest #83

Once a upon a time in an age where gods rule the earth, there lived a sea goddess who is the most beautiful and loved goddess of all time her name is Niamh. Niamh rules the seas with grace. Loved by many hated by a few Niamh is the epitome of the sea.Niamh is worshipped by many, on land the people pray to Niamh for a good fishing season, good weather and on the seas, sailors and fisherman pray to Niamh for good weather, calm seas and a good fishing season. Niamh blesses those who are good to the sea.Every fifth day of the month Niamh rises f...

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“Maya's Revolutionary Design” by Melinda Madrigal

Submitted to Contest #82

Breanna Pierce has worked for Horizon Tech for three years, her specialty is computer tech design and developer. Breanna is the most important computer designer and developer at Horizon Tech and she is currently developing the latest version of Star-link, the most important computer Horizon Tech has. Star-Link has been around for generations, but star-link hasn't always been called star-link, the original name for star-link is called the Hart-computer created by Maya Hart. Breanna has always been curious about the founding of star-link a...

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“Eternal Love” by Melinda Madrigal

Submitted to Contest #81

Jacqueline and Matthew Shea have been together for 60 years, they have three children, seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren, Jacqueline and Matthew's life have been filled with joy and happiness, but that sometimes joy and happiness comes with a price. Jacqueline and Matthew's love story begins in the summer of 1959 at the age of sixteen. Jacqueline and Matthew's story is unlike anything ever seen before. It was love at first sight for the both of them. July 4th 1959 at the annual Independence Day celebration is when their e...

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“Memories of the Movement” by Melinda Madrigal

Submitted to Contest #80

Melanie is a college student studying about the civil rights movement. She is doing a living history project about the civil rights movement, and Melanie needs a person who has lived through the struggle, a living witness to the civil rights movement. Melanie knows just the right person to help her. Melanie's neighbor Tilly Jackson was a leading figure in the civil rights movement. Tilly is just the person Melanie needs for her project. One day after class Melanie goes to Tilly and asks her if she can help her with a living history project...

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I love to write stories. My favorite genres to write is science fiction and historical fiction.