Stephanie Santana

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Dec, 2023

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3 Stories

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“A Bitter Brew” by Stephanie Santana

Submitted to Contest #252

Today, June 25, 2024, is a double shot espresso day. The sun is beaming down on the worn, green bench where I sit, watching my son, Gil, play in the sand. Today, I’m sipping my coffee extra slowly, savoring each bitter taste. Because when I finish, I need to decide whether or not to call the cops on my mother. ****This all started at Tophi’s Coffee, where I always get my drink. It’s my and Audrey’s favorite spot. Everyone who enters is instantly greeted by hints of warm, french vanilla and cinnamon. We love sipping our drinks surrounded by h...

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“The Extra Dates” by Stephanie Santana

Submitted to Contest #237

At first, Kevin Terano loved his compressed work schedule.   Every other Friday, he’d get a three-day weekend, and he’d get to spend it with Hannah, his lively girlfriend whose outgoing nature complemented his more introspective demeanor. With her expansive social circle, Hannah was constantly orchestrating activities to spend quality time with everyone. Kevin just felt content that she always carved out time to plan day-long excursions for them: a hike up some unfamiliar trail followed by a meal at a tucked-away restaurant, then an ava...

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“A Royal Lesson in Love” by Stephanie Santana

Submitted to Contest #229

Present Day  Jacinda Jordan squints hard at a tall, broad-shouldered man across a ballroom filled with silver tinsel and fake snow. Beside her, a vivacious woman, adorned with a glittery cougar mask, can't contain her excitement. She’s gushing about the enticing stranger – a foreigner with deep pockets, known for his love of cooking, languages, and postmodern art.  “Folks say he’s looking for his ‘amiroella,’ the word for perfect love in Aquilonan. Are you familiar with it?” the loquacious lady chirps.  “With love?” Jaci...

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Author bio

Stephi loves to play board games and dance. She also thinks capybaras are really cool.