Sam Roulston

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jul, 2020

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“Falling ” by Sam Roulston

Submitted to Contest #58

A high-pitched ping echoed throughout the empty lobby. The elevator doors opened with an arduous shudder. Michael, eyes fixed on his phone, took a step forward. He retracted his foot at the sight of the elderly woman and her dog that live on his floor. The woman wore a knee length, black dress, floral pinafore, knee-high stockings and pink slippers. She stared at Michael through thick glasses and smiled. The little white terrier gazed up at Michael and let out a little yip. Michael took a step to the side and nodded at his neighbour. Both do...

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“Laundry ” by Sam Roulston

Submitted to Contest #49

Sachin scuffs his beaten up converse trainers along the pavement, empty laundry bag in hand. The overhead street lamps light his concrete catwalk as he steps in time to the music humming through his headphones. He feels invisible every time he escapes the illumination of the street lights and mouths along to the lyrics of the songs lingering in his ear. To be consumed by the orange hue is to be visible. The summer evening is thick and sticky. Sachin’s jean shorts and tank top are an attempt to provide relief from the oppressive humidity.&nbs...

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