Michelle Ann Solis

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jan, 2021

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“The Climb” by Michelle Ann Solis

Submitted to Contest #77

The world in front of me is white and sparkly. I need to squint my eyes as it’s almost too bright. It’s so different from the slushy, muddy and icy streets we just left behind. The ice rink is in the centre of the War Memorial Park, just next to the statue of the galloping horse. I love the sound of the fresh snow crunching under our feet but the closer we get the less I can hear our steps and more the music coming from the rink. It’s busy here. Looks like the whole department brought their loved ones to enjoy the day out. Everywhere I look,...

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“Disconnected” by Michelle Ann Solis

Submitted to Contest #76

Tap. Tap. Tap. The sound was deafening. I was trying to concentrate on my chapter but every time I heard the noise, my eyes would wander over to the kitchen faucet and my brain would start pondering reasons why it could have been leaking. ‘Focus,’ I told myself while breathing deeply in and out. ‘So, where are we?’ I checked the page in front of me. It was staring at me, with its bold white empty space; one sentence at the top. I stared back at it. The story was coming, I knew it. If only I could find the words… Tap. That was it. The chair h...

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Author bio

"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." I have started mine by publishing the book, now I'm learning to write... https://amzn.to/39UPLXG I know, I haven't thought that through but it gave me a proper kick to start getting better at it. Still 999 miles ahead till the next title though... I love the writing contest here and I look forward to your comments and critique as my main goal is to improve. Thank you!