Tom Malone

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Oct, 2020

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“Rhythm and Hotcakes” by Tom Malone

Submitted to Contest #73

The metro grinded against the rails, playing a distinct rhythm as it moved. Finally, the rhythm slowed and pierced the air as it stopped. The loudspeaker squaked, letting passengers know that the train had arrived at its downtown station. Doors on my right, the loudspeaker blared. Puertas a mi derecha. The doors didn’t stay open for long; Jordan elbowed his way around a stationary passenger and flattened himself to squeeze by another until he finally captured fresh air. The doors closed, nearly catching Jordan’s trailing left foot. As the...

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“The Stowaway” by Tom Malone

Submitted to Contest #67

Iyami dashed along the bustling street, her dreadlocks swaying behind her as she ran. Both suns hung high in the sky; her eye slits squinted reflexively, giving her an advantage. Looking behind her, she saw him. He still had eyes on her, and he was still running. She weaved between walkers before ducking into an alleyway, concealed by shadows from tall buildings. Her boot splashed through a puddle, coating her boot in city grime. The data drive fit snugly in her palm: thin and lightweight. But the implications of drive’s files weighed her ...

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Author bio

Tom Malone is a writer and photographer form the United States. He has published multiple works of fiction, including: "Portlanders", "Across Americana", and "In the Shadow of the Spanish Sun." Portfolio: HeyTomMalone.com