Suzanne Kiraly

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Dec, 2019

Stories (3)

3 Stories

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“Train Trip Trauma” by Suzanne Kiraly

Submitted to Contest #27

As I stared through the train window the drizzling rain was painting delicate patterns on the glass as it trickled down. I smiled. What a joy it was to see such a heaven-sent gift in the midst of our severe Australian drought. One appreciates something once it is taken away and nowadays rain certainly feels precious.Sure, it wasn't a lot of precipitation, I grant you, but it was wet and fresh, and we really had been missing it. The whole country was on fire all summer long. First, we'd suffer...

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“Dating Dilemma” by Suzanne Kiraly

Submitted to Contest #22

It's New Year's Eve but it sure doesn't feel like it. I am drinking champagne but that's just because it's what you're supposed to do, isn't it? You're also not supposed to be alone on New Year's Eve either. As I sip champagne in front of my companion, the television, I am thinking, this is the worst New Year's Eve I can remember. I stay up for the final countdown but as I have no one to kiss I spend half an hour sending messages to all my friends and family, who are no doubt enjoying themselves with their ...

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“Mummy-in-hiding” by Suzanne Kiraly

Submitted to Contest #20

"Mummy, where are you?" my five-year-old whines. I lay low, silently guarding my sanity within the confines of the toilet, a secret place in which they never think to look for me. I am not sure why? Perhaps they can't imagine that mothers ever use the toilet. A bit like the queen never farting, I suspect.I hold my breath as my toddler passes by. I can see the shadow of his footsteps under the toilet door. Just a few more minutes of solitude. That's not a lot to ask, is it? "Muuummmyyyy..." the voice is insistent now and g...

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Author bio

As a writer, publisher, and teacher, Suzanne has over 20 years of experience in all facets of the publishing industry. Previously, as a book coach, she worked with talented Australian writers for nine years. Suzanne’s passion project is www.aussiewriters.com.au, which is focused on discovering, exposing and promoting talented Australian writers. Her greatest claim to fame is that she can recognise writing talent in others.