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Sarah Addams

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jun, 2023

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The Sound of Silence

Sarah Addams

The auditorium lights hit Javier with the blinding force of a supernova. He stood motionless center stage, chest heaving, the final, soaring note of his violin concerto, The Ascendance, still vibrating in the vast, velvet silence of the Musikverein concert hall in Vienna. For ten long minutes, the applause was a physical wall of sound—a thunderous, standing ovation that rolled over him like a triumphant wave. Flashbulbs popped from the balconies. The conductor, Maestro Riegel, clapped him on the shoulder, his face split by a proud, beaming g...

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The Glint of the Mirror

Sarah Addams

The Glint of the Mirror The air in the rehearsal studio, known simply as "The Box," was thick with the scent of old sweat, ambition, and the sharp, metallic tang of Seraphina's determination. Elias watched her across the polished floor, her movements in the contemporary piece—a brutalist interpretation of a war machine—were fluid and sharp. Her dedication was fierce, almost frightening. He admired it, truly. They were partners, after all, vying for the prestigious, season-opening lead roles in the esteemed City Ballet.Elias’s own intentions ...

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The Price of the Perfect Pour

Sarah Addams

The aroma of roasted coffee beans hung heavy in the air, a familiar scent to both Elara and Jax. Their hands moved with practiced ease, grinding beans, tamping espresso, and steaming milk. But despite the synchronized rhythm of their movements, an invisible tension crackled between them. This wasn't just another bustling Saturday morning at "The Daily Grind" café; it was the final round of the city's annual Barista Bash.At stake wasn't just the gleaming golden trophy perched ominously on the counter, or the hefty cash prize. For Elara, winni...

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Dave

Sarah Addams

Submitted to Contest #203

As a freelance writer, my income was always unpredictable. One month I'd be rolling in cash, and the next I'd be scraping by on ramen noodles and tap water. I was used to the feast-or-famine cycle, but I never expected that a single Craigslist purchase would have such a profound impact on my life. It all started when I decided to buy a used exercise bike. I'd been meaning to get in shape for months, but I couldn't afford a gym membership. So when I saw an ad for a barely-used bike at a fraction of the retail price, I jumped at the chance. ...

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The Other Portal

Sarah Addams

Submitted to Contest #203

I was sprinting as fast as I could, my heart pounding in my chest. Behind me, I could hear the sounds of footsteps and shouting. I knew they were getting closer, but I couldn't stop now. I had been on the run for what felt like hours, darting through alleyways and across rooftops, trying to shake my pursuers. But they were relentless, and I knew that I couldn't keep this up forever. I risked a glance over my shoulder and saw them gaining on me. They were big, burly men, with muscles bulging under their jackets. They were armed, too, and ...

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John & Sarah

Sarah Addams

As I walked, I could feel a sense of peace and contentment wash over me. The sun was shining, and the breeze was cool and refreshing. I knew that no matter what the future held, I was ready to face it, because I had the support of the people who mattered most.As I neared the end of my walk, I noticed a man sitting on a bench. He looked sad and lonely, and something about him tugged at my heartstrings.I walked over to him and struck up a conversation. He told me his name was John, and that he had just lost his job. He said he didn't know how ...

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