Tracie Jekel

Author on Reedsy Prompts since May, 2020

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“Sleep Tight” by Tracie Jekel

Submitted to Contest #169

It was bed time for little Jake, so his mom tucked him in, kissed him good night, and, as always, said, “Sleep tight, don’t let the bed bugs bite!” Jake giggled, and settled in for a good night’s sleep.               Moments later, he felt his bed shake. As he cautiously looked over the side of his bed, he suddenly saw…something…looking back at him. He was face to “face” with a flat faced, big eyed, antennae clad…thing. Jake screamed and jumped up so he was ...

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“Making a Deal with Death” by Tracie Jekel

Submitted to Contest #52

“In Reverse” Submitted by Tracie Jekel I didn’t know that when I woke up that day, it would be the start of my demise. My mom came over and asked if she could take my son out for ice cream. Of course, I said, “Yes”…it was his grandma; he loved her so much! On the way to the ice cream shop, there was an accident. A horrible accident. An arrogant teenage boy, with a fast car, thinking he was untouchable, and texting, insta-gramming, Facebooking his friends.  “Look how fast I’m going!” He showed a picture of his spee...

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“Worth the Wait...” by Tracie Jekel

Submitted to Contest #49

Why am I going to pick this girl up? She’s always been so nasty to me! Always telling me my clothes are bad, I need to wear makeup. You're fat, you're ugly...but I'm also the only one who ever shows up to help her... Why do I keep doing this? My conscious tells me, “You’re doing it because you don’t want anyone to feel alone. You know the feeling, and wouldn’t wish it on anyone.” Dammit, conscious…you’re right again. I know she's going to be nasty to me, but she needs someone with her right now. Even if she won't admit it. I pick her ...

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