Michelle SHAAY

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Dec, 2021

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9 Stories

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“The Polar STATIC STILLS” by Michelle SHAAY

Submitted to Contest #232

THE STATIC STILLS Written by Michelle SHAAY The Hot Toddy Lounge was busier than usual for Wednesday. A frosty Polar night while frigid temperatures danced across the city gave patrons a reason to stay inside the loud, rustic place. As the pub began to close, a fatigued but curious bartender listened to a trending news story on its large flat screen television. “Can I get another shot of vodka and cranberry?” asked an overly drunk bar patron. The slurred words felt like painful daggers to Kenneth's ears. “We’ve shut the bar down for t...

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“Lovely Rotten Place ” by Michelle SHAAY

Submitted to Contest #221

It was autumn and tree leaves popped with brilliant color alongside the winding highway. As many commuters began their evening rush to enjoy fall festivities including the annual Halloween hayride, Violet was less than thrilled. On the eve of the most ghoulish day of the year, she was headed to survey and assess a distressed, ugly structure that use to be a safe, cozy home in Peach Falls Subdivision. The area was once a desirable community for families until a violent tornado destroyed several homes and news of an unexplained, suspicious dea...

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“The Static Stills ” by Michelle SHAAY

Submitted to Contest #186

THE STATIC STILLSWritten by Michelle SHAAYThe Hot Toddy Lounge was busier than usual for Wednesday. A frosty night and frigid temperatures across the city gave patrons a reason to stay inside the rustic place. As the pub began to close, a fatigued but curious bartender listened to a trending news story on its large flat screen television.“Can I get another shot of vodka and cranberry?” asked a drunk bar patron.“We’ve shut the bar down for the night- sorry,” the bartender replied.Kenneth a seasoned bartender turned his attention back to ...

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“What I Want Today” by Michelle SHAAY

Submitted to Contest #183

The light to moderate traffic and sunshine seemed to lessen her notoriously stressful commute. In an attempt to encourage and even demand workers return to the office, Cori’s team had been assigned a difficult but necessary task. Their directive included placing WFH workers on notice about upcoming workplace changes. The changes would significantly impact the workers current schedule flexibility and require 90 percent onsite, in-person interaction with management.According to her Director, a possible hiring freeze was looming and any promoti...

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“Wholly Recyclable” by Michelle SHAAY

Submitted to Contest #174

The lab was as quiet as a museum while everyone focused on their specific assignments. This marked day 1000 for Dr. Craddock and his team of unorthodox, resourceful thinkers. Dr. Craddock, once a tenured professor gave it all up to pursue something much greater. "I am very much a scientist and realist," he said while walking around to each lab station. "You have been an integral part of my contribution to humanity. We will change the world for the better." As a genetic mapping pioneer, he hungered for acceptance in the alternative science co...

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“Odometer” by Michelle SHAAY

Submitted to Contest #170

The birds loud but beautiful singing was enough to make Linda jump out of bed. Today was a day most would probably play the lottery as favorable odds seemed certain. The weather was gorgeous, it was pay day, and Linda's 45th birthday. A trifecta of sorts, her work anniversary also happened to fall on this day. She was extremely proud too for the path to success had not been easy. For more than 15 years she dedicated her software development talent to Triple Square Innovations, LLC. A mostly male dominated industry sometimes triggered moments...

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“N/A” by Michelle SHAAY

Submitted to Contest #167

The hot, large cup of coffee was just what she needed. It was really chilly in her makeshift office on this particularly sunny morning. Even though she didn't even like the flavor of it Myra added a shot of Vodka to make it more appealing. It had been a long and frustrating week. As more news poured in about a menacing pandemic and downturn in the economy her options were quickly drying up. Her company was so afraid of the current events, they decided to completely demolish an entire building and division that housed her position of five yea...

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“2 Clicks Left” by Michelle SHAAY

Submitted to Contest #125

Orin loved driving with his car windows down, but the crisp fall air made him quickly rethink that idea. In fifth gear now, he accelerated the sports coupe well beyond the posted highway speed limit. The music was blaring loudly from his car stereo as a call interrupted him from singing an energetic hook of his favorite song. "Damn." While shaking his head Orin mumbled to himself before answering the call. "I know man I am pushing to get there now. I had to hit the store and then grab some food too, but I should make it by eight though." "Th...

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“THE BIRDWATCHER ” by Michelle SHAAY

Submitted to Contest #124

The rustle of leaves and morning air greeted Dan while he slept in the tent. He had planned this for so many weeks. "I'm finally getting to enjoy some well deserved solitude" he thought to himself. The new insulated sleeping bag was cozy and he only wanted to continue feeling its warmth. However, he got up and began semi-packing some of his gear. He packed extremely light this time since the trip was only supposed to last for two days, Friday through Saturday. March was always a little crisp and brisk in Lake Landings. This particular campsi...

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Author bio

I have always felt like a naturally gifted, creative writer. My favorite best selling author is Stephen King and also Terry McMillan. I am a native of Georgia and really enjoy spending time watching movies as well as pursuing film acting.