Writer Maniac

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Sep, 2020

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“Merry Christmas to Me” by Writer Maniac

Trigger warning: domestic violence I wake up to the sunlight hitting my face and temporarily blinding me. Slowly lifting Lucifer’s hand splayed on my stomach, I take off the blanket, only to be hit by the cold wind flowing in from the open windows. I place my feet on the ice-cold floor and regret not wearing something warmer last night. Getting up to close the windows, the warm rays of light reaching my face give me temporary comfort...

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“Better With You” by Writer Maniac

I stand backstage, the short skirt and top I’m wearing not helping with the heat.I’m pressed up against Layla and Shailene, their sweaty bodies making me more uncomfortable and suffocated with every second. Our star is late. And eight thousand people aren’t very happy about it. “LOGAN! LOGAN! LOGAN! LOGAN!” Freaking Logan. Can’t he come on time for once? People from all over the world travelled here just to see him...

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“Innocent Until Proven Guilty” by Writer Maniac

I would have never thought that Oliver would end up where he was today. The smart boy who never overstepped any boundaries, who always greeted me and my wife when we ran into each other at the grocery store, who went on laundry runs for the neighbours, who brought back chocolates for the kids, wasn’t supposed to end up in an interrogation room. His sunken eyes look at me through the half...

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“Paternal Stranger” by Writer Maniac

The package, wrapped in brown paper, lies on the porch, uncaring of its surroundings. I wrap my sweater tighter around my body and walk out of the house to be greeted by the characteristic chill of October morning air. Picking up the package, I examine it, noting that it’s slightly heavy. I go back to the house, my feet immediately cold at contact with the floor.

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“Unexpected Love” by Writer Maniac

“Why am I never enough for you, huh? Why is it that there is always something about me or what I do that isn’t satisfactory?”“You’re over exaggerating, Aiden.”“No, no I’m not. I always have to make sure that I’m exactly the way you want me to be, and I hate it! I thought that you loved me for who I am, but I was so wrong. You don’t love me one bit, you just love the idea of me, the idea that I’m exactly who you want."“Stop it.”“Oh, I have to stop? Am I stepping out of...

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“A Good Day” by Writer Maniac

The sacks of flour are passed from one man to the next, a few grains escaping from small openings.The women’s voices rise higher and higher, merging and combining, becoming a harmony sounding slightly unpleasant.Large quantities of sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla extract, baking powder and baking soda are passed in the same fashion and put in different piles.“Now,” said Mrs Marano, who was in charge of this, “We will be following a simple recipe to make the cookie, which must be noted and...

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“Red Water” by Writer Maniac

I leave a note on the table for Carter, telling him that I would be back in a few hours, and there was food in the fridge if he was hungry. Might as well be a good wife while I still was one. I hope that today goes well. I don’t want it to happen again. Picking up my car keys and house keys, I leave the house and lock the door. I slowly ...

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“An Unfortunate Series of Events” by Writer Maniac

The opening and closing clicks of the shutters of the cameras feel like a part of me now. Lights flash, some white, some blue, some red. I’m blinded. Chester is walking behind me, his hand on my back, trying to protect me from the crowd and comfort me at the same time. My parents and Courtney got left behind, calling everyone they knew to get enough money to get me out. Microphones are shoved at my face, trying to get a word out of me.

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“Repairing Relationships” by Writer Maniac

“No.” “What do you mean ‘no’?” “I mean that it isn’t worth it. Spending that much money isn’t worth it.” “How come when it’s something you both need, spending money is worth it? Whenever I need something is when the money is too much.” “Stop talking to your mother like that.” “Okay then, I’ll just shut up. That’s what is best for everyon...

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“The Sun and the Moon” by Writer Maniac

I yawn loudly, not even trying to suppress it. Aunt Lucinda looks at me with mock anger, only for a second. Her familiar smile comes back on her face, the ends of her mouth curving upwards, and the area around her hazel eyes crinkling. The grass under me is still wet after yesterday’s downpour. If it had been up to Mother, she would have locked me inside, telling me that I would get sick.<...

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“Bitter Fate” by Writer Maniac

This was supposed to be the happiest day of their lives. This was supposed to be the day they photographed and kept carefully in albums, the pictures they framed and placed at strategic points around the house, the day that they would share with their children and grandchildren without being prompted to. But everything had gone horribly wrong. The morning had been bright an...

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“Family” by Writer Maniac

“I love you. Do you love me?”“Uh – yeah. Yeah, I do love you.”“How much?”“Too much.”******“You are getting distracted, Henry.”“I know Dad. But I – I can’t help it.”“You must. Stop being sentimental or I’ll have to do it myself. You know how I feel about getting my hands dirty.”“Forget about her. Or I’ll make you.”******I walk across the lawn and reach the door.<...

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“This Moment” by Writer Maniac

“Hello.”“Hey. Are you willing to be my fake boyfriend for a month?”******I’m woken up by the aroma of pancakes and bacon.I open my eyes and am warmly greeted by the lens of the camera, a blue light flashing, announcing that I’m currently being filmed.Audrey is standing right behind it, smiling at me, her perfect white teeth blinding me more than the flash from the camera.The camera crew fills my bedroom, expecting a reaction from me...

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“Who Loves Lives” by Writer Maniac

“You are going to die today if you don’t do this right. And I mean literally.”“I know,” I squeeze out between clenched teeth.I pull the arrow as far as I possibly can without breaking the bow’s string and aim.My fingers let go of the arrow.It lands a few inches away from the centre of the target.I curse.******It’s my WWL today. Who Wins Lives. I’ve been training for this day for ...

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“Life and Lies” by Writer Maniac

Trigger warning: suicide “Mom will be fine, El.” “No, she won’t! She’s all alone and being alone is very sad.” “I understand your point El, but she likes it alone.” “Don’t be a doofus Melinda, no one likes it alone.” “But…” “No buts. We are going to stay with Mommy tonight.” *...

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Author bio

Not posting for a few weeks because of a hectic schedule. I like writing. I like reading. I'm a maniac when I do either. And a maniac otherwise. Pronouns: she/her Birthday: May 12th Nationality: Indian Email: writer1.maniac1@gmail.com Instagram: @writer_maniac_ My points have gone from 6100 to 666. I would appreciate it if you could upvote me back to my original number of points. If I have promised to read your story and haven't done it yet, please do remind me by leaving a comment on any story. I prefer remaining anonymous, it really makes everything easier. If Writer Maniac is too much of a mouthful, you can call me Mania (courtesy of 𝔘𝔤𝔬𝔠𝔥𝔦 𝔑.) when you post a comment on a story of mine! If you wanna call me anything else, feel free to do so! I'd love to see what you all think suits me! I love getting comments more than likes, so when you read my story, make sure to leave a comment, a specific one, with some critique if you like. If you've landed on my profile, you should check out these stories of mine: 1. Forget-Me-Not 2. Finally 3. Remember That Night 4. An Unfortunate Series of Events 5. A Good Day 6. Still Have Each Other 7. Paternal Stranger 8. Merry Christmas to Me 9. Game Over 10. Not Worth It I am trying to make my stories more diverse, so I have created this quiz. Please submit at your leisure, and answer however you wish to. Your answers can be detailed and elaborate, or short and concise. Feel free to share as much or as little as you please. These answers are for my eyes and my eyes alone, so don't be afraid to be honest. https://forms.gle/uwZUV93MiZeLCN3G6 Disclaimer: I've created this form on my own for the sole purpose of being more inclusive of diverse characters in my stories/novels. These answers will not be recorded or shared in any way, they will just be used as a reference for my future research.