Tabetha Wilson

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jul, 2021

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“The Break-Up” by Tabetha Wilson

Submitted to Contest #123

“It’s not you, it’s me.” I examine the mirror, practicing my look of contrition. Down a little at the corners of the mouth. Lower the eyebrows, smaller eyes. There it is! Perfect form. Hold it. If only I could cry. That would really complete the effect… normally it doesn’t take much. I’m a naturally weepy person, but for some reason I’m really struggling today. Honestly, it should be fine, I’ll keep trying. He gets here in an hour. I have time, and this needs to be flawless. “We’ve had a good run, and I’m grateful for you.” It’s hard to hold...

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“The Velvet Handbag” by Tabetha Wilson

Submitted to Contest #103

I think what I really want to do is explain to you why things are so different now. It’s not fair to leave you in the dark forever. You deserve better than that. So please, try to understand- I’m being stretched in ways people don’t stretch, and if I don’t break first, you may never recognize me again.I’ve always wanted to be a very alive girl, but you know that. To live vividly and shamelessly, flaunting my vivacity over a dull and tiresome world. It has made me many friends, but you and I have not always seen eye to eye. Even a mother’s lo...

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Author bio

Tabetha Wilson is a current university student and language enthusiast. She uses this medium as a way to experiment with concepts she's learning and hone her writing, although she has no intent to publish. Thanks for checking out my page! If you follow, like, or comment, I'll return the favor. I hope this is a place where we can grow and learn together!