Nena Lopez

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Dec, 2024

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“The Lonesome Ghost” by Nena Lopez

Submitted to Contest #281

Content warning: Themes of child neglect, and emotional and physical abuse.Be careful what you wish for. She was woken up by the growl of her stomach. Her mother failed to prepare yet another meal the night before. She never bothered to look after her daughter, claiming it was to make her independent, just as she had to be. The girl sat upright and placed her pink Care Bear doll against her pillow, giving it a quick peck on its fuzzy cheek. She swung her feet off of her bed and walked down the hall to the kitchen, looking through the cabinet...

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“The Gift” by Nena Lopez

Submitted to Contest #281

I rest within the hollow embrace of a fallen tree, the most peaceful location I could find to take my rest. My sticky orange pads cling to its walls, keeping me safe from prowling predators. A low rumble vibrates through the earth, shaking my shelter and jolting me from slumber. The cries of unseen beasts echo outside, mingling with the familiar rhythm of raindrops pelting the ground. My search for serenity, interrupted once again. I open my large red eyes, scanning the hollow. Still alone. I leap from my perch and move toward the entrance, ...

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