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Ray Britton

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jan, 2024

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A Starry Night Christmas

Submitted to Contest #237

TW: mentions of attempted suicide and the death of a family member are mentioned. The winter evening was cloaked in a serene chill, with delicate snowflakes gently descending onto the frost-kissed pavement. The festive glow of Christmas lights wove through the streets, casting a whimsical shimmer on the snow, creating a picture-perfect scene reminiscent of a holiday postcard. Couples, wrapped in scarves and mittens, strolled leisurely, leaving soft footprints in their wake. Nestled at the far end of a quaint block of shops, a small, unassu...

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The Flame of Chinon

Submitted to Contest #232

My father often recounted tales of a mystical flame, a legacy deeply ingrained in our family's history, stretching back centuries. It was more than just a mere fire; it was the heart and soul of France, a symbol of our nation's enduring strength and resilience. Passed down through generations, we were entrusted with a sacred duty to keep this flame alive. As a child, I listened to these stories with a sense of wonder, yet the true magnitude of this responsibility eluded me – until the fateful day the English laid siege to our land. "Héloïs...

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