Shevach Obahor

Author on Reedsy Prompts since May, 2021

Stories (3)

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“Roommates ” by Shevach Obahor

Submitted to Contest #119

“Listen,” Charlie said quietly. A mere whisper. His head was bent to the floor. Focusing with such intensity that transformed his whole body. His eyes were squinted shut, his legs dangling to the rhythm of what seemed to explode from the floor beneath. His lips moved, trying to imitate what was being heard. He failed to carry a single note. The sound was loud enough yet it didn’t stir feelings of irritation o...

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“For the love of Candy ” by Shevach Obahor

Submitted to Contest #103

"Tell me what does it feel like. To know what you're doing and never have to worry. To know something is inside you that needs to be proclaimed but it can’t. I can no longer lie to you. I have felt privileged to lead this congregation but now it has come to an end. I thank you for listening.”That was my speech of resignation from my pastoral post in our small Chatham neighborhood in Chicago. After six long years I had led people to know the Lord's true and intent purpose in there lives but I was neglecting my own skills ...

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“The Truth From My Father ” by Shevach Obahor

Submitted to Contest #100

I can tell you with assurance the food in prison was revolting. As I sat down with my father I felt his pain as he tried to eat his food. With every mouthful a look of despair entered his face. I must say I did feel sorry for him even if he did put this on himself. No matter what though, you did you should still be able to have nice food.What did my father do you ask? Stole from banks. Lots of banks in fact. So many that it landed him a 25 year sentence. My heart sank every time I thought of it. My own father. A crimina...

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Author bio

Writing has always been fun for me yet I fail to find the time to write. Now with hopes in publishing a book one day I need to start writing something! Thanks to Reedsy Prompts I have motivation to get me started. I am new to writing so feedback would be greatly appreciated.