reedsymarketplace
Assemble a team of professionals
reedsystudio
The writing app for authors
reedsylearning
Writing courses, events and memberships
reedsydiscovery
Get your book reviewed
reedsyprompts
Weekly writing prompts and contests
Writing courses, events and conferences
Upcoming events
The Bigger Picture: Writing with a Series in Mind
April 13, 2026
Writing Beyond Your "Brand"
March 16, 2026
Publishing in Audio: What You Need to Know in 2026
February 10, 2026
What's in a Name? Naming Characters, Places & Titles
February 09, 2026
Learn how to succeed as a writer from the best in the business.
Every writer needs a Studio
Check out our writing app for authors!
Menu
More apps built by Reedsy
Author on Reedsy Prompts since May, 2025
Submitted to Contest #304
Raisins from grapes picked at the peak of ripeness tumbled off the stone wall. No one had come to collect the crop, the wind had surged suddenly that morning and hadn't stopped, and down came the raisins. Aria saw it from across the vineyard and began to run, fighting the wind that thrashed her face and tangled her skirts and hair, grapevines bordering her path. She was supposed to be leaving with her brother and sister, abandoning their stone villa to follow their aunt and uncle to the city. The city, where every sign and piece of mother's ...
Oops, you need an account for that!
Log in with your social account:
Or enter your email: