Skylar De La Cruz

“Right, Wrong, and Innocent.” by Skylar De La Cruz

Submitted to Contest #198

Mara: Mara was in the middle of a math test when she got the call from the principal's office. As expected, she knew exactly what she was being summoned for. Her fight with the trendy twins, Autumn and Summer, had echoed down the hallway and stirred quite a commotion. She had been utterly rude to the twins, and it was all because of that one person: Jonah. Jonah is the cute blonde eighth grader who basically can do anything, from computer science to music to even co-directing a musical. Mara wanted him to be HER boyfriend, not Summer's....

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“The C Club: Chapter's 4-5” by Skylar De La Cruz

(Note: This is actually part of my book I am currently writing called The C Club.) ---------------------------------------------------------------- “How many times have we told you NO FIGHTS?” My mom says over and over again, pacing back and forth. “But Mom! I said it was not a fight! It was a game! A GAME!!” I responded. “You are grounded for a MONTH, no 2 MONTHS Young Lady!” She said. “But!” I said “NO BUTS!” My dad said. After school, Mr.Richards called all our parents and told them about it. “And, no using your PHONE!” My dad added. I ...

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“Last Day of School” by Skylar De La Cruz

Submitted to Contest #198

Carletta was a sophomore at the all-girls school, and it was the last day of school before the summer holidays. She was excited to go on vacation with her family and friends, and was looking forward to the break from the stresses of school. Her best friend Cristy was sitting next to her, talking about their plans for the summer. Cristy had twin sisters, Cristyanna, who was also in her class. Suddenly, their teacher, Mrs. Anderson, clapped her hands and said, “Okay class! Pop quiz!” The class groaned, and Carletta and Cristy exchanged glances...

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“Celestial.” by Skylar De La Cruz

Submitted to Contest #197

Once upon a time, there was a girl named Celestial. She always felt like there was something holding her back, like she was trapped in a cage. She dreamed of breaking free and living life on her own terms. One day, she decided to take a leap of faith and pursue her dreams. She packed a bag and left her old life behind, not knowing what the future held. As she walked down the street, she felt a sense of excitement and fear. As she walked, she saw a sign that said "Circus Performers Wanted." Celestial had always been fascinated by the circus a...

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“Fate.” by Skylar De La Cruz

Submitted to Contest #197

Stella had always believed in fate. Ever since she was a little girl, she had been told that all things happen for a reason and that the universe had a plan for her. She had faith in the idea that her destiny was predetermined and that no matter what she did, everything would eventually fall into place. It was a comforting thought, and one that she clung to dearly as she made her way through life. She saw the world through a predestination lens, and she tried her best to go with the flow and follow the path that had been laid out before her....

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“Maybe Not. Meant to be.” by Skylar De La Cruz

Submitted to Contest #189

It's so terribly cold. Snow is falling, and it’s almost dark. I wandered around the streets of Delaware, not knowing how to get home. Hi. I'm Crystal, I'm 16, and I live in New York City. Well, I do, but my parents forgot to bring me home from vacation in Delaware. I mean, I get it. 16 kids. But forget the oldest? Really? I walk up to an apartment building and sit at the entrance on my phone. "Hey." I hear a voice behind me. I turn around. "Woah there! Are you okay? You look a bit pale.." The person says. I rub my eyes for a better look and ...

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