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Louis Carufel

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Nov, 2024

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What Exactly Does That Mean?

Submitted to Contest #326

After precisely 33 minutes of the most trying first date she had ever endured, Jennifer stood up. "Excuse me. I have to visit the restroom."Bob, like the gentleman he considered himself to be, also rose from his bar stool. "Sure," he said. "Everyone has to pee." He giggled at his own funniness. "Just kidding. It's right down that hall toward the back door. Can't miss it. Only door on the left. Says 'Ladies' on the door. Or 'Women.' Maybe even 'Gals'. I'm not sure. I never go there." Bob giggled again. "I'm sure I'll find it," Jennifer mutter...

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The Class Idiot

Submitted to Contest #304

The Class Idiot Today was our first workshop in Undergraduate Writing 101, and it was an eye-opener. Five freshmen coeds and I, a returning-to-college senior, would read the first two pages of our new short stories, followed by a group discussion with comments and suggestions. I was looking forward to the coeds recognizing my genius. Once everyone was in the classroom and seated, the teacher, a seasoned novelist, asked me to begin. I was delighted. I knew—and maybe he suspected—that my short story would be brilliant, and I was glad to show ...

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Duped: The Anatomy of a Scam

Submitted to Contest #289

Duped: The Anatomy of a Scamby Louis Carufel Note: Below is an exchange of emails. Some names have been redacted because that’s what they do on real police reports. Day 15:45 a.m.Louis, hi. Do you have a minute because I would like to ask you something quickly.  Steve 6:30 a.m.Good morning, Steve. I do have a minute and many more, so feel free to call any time you like. I'm home. Louis 6:31 a.m.I hope you're doing good! My apologies for not giving you a call about this, but I'm dealing with a pretty nasty throat infection at...

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