C. H. Richard
Bio
My passion is and has always been writing. I am particularly drawn to writing fiction that has relatable storylines which hopefully keep readers engaged
Stories (115/0)
The Golden Cane Award
Every joint riddled with arthritis caused Doris to grimace as the aide transferred her to a wheelchair. However, this day was too important to relinquish because of ongoing pain. The Golden Cane was given out once a year to the oldest person in town and Doris was to have the prize. Unfortunately, she had to share the trophy with her birthday twin, Dee Cunningham. Dee was also named Doris but used the nickname Dee as distinction.
By C. H. Richard11 months ago in Fiction
- Top Story - June 2023
Rookie CardTop Story - June 2023
Kendall watched and waited while sitting on the designated park bench. His hands clasped the black gym bag that contained his savings, cashed in 401 K and recent paycheck earnings. He still could not believe he was going to purchase his dream Mickey Mantle rookie card. He found the seller on-line. His fingers trembled, checking his watch once again. His thoughts were interrupted when he heard yelling.
By C. H. Richard11 months ago in Fiction
- Top Story - June 2023
Countdown
***Content Warning trauma and grief**** My older brother tried to hold back his disappointment as he pulled the last piece of the red balloon birthday wrapping paper off the shoe box holding a pair of sneakers that he knew my mom bought at a second-hand store. The blue and gold colored footwear was a knock off brand which was not what Liam wanted. He had talked about sneakers of the famous basketball player who lent his name to a brand label all year. We both knew it was unlikely mom would meet the request given she only saw us at these weekly meetings while she was in recovery. The cost was out of her reach even when she was working, which was not happening at this time. Our foster family was not able to pay for that kind of sneaker either. Liam smiled like he always did, “Yeah these are great, thanks Ma!”
By C. H. Richard11 months ago in Fiction
The Paradise Experiment
Rudy was never one to complain, but he was not sure the one hundred dollar gift card to Billy Bob's Burgers was worth the side effects of a medication he was taking for this clinical trial. The itchiness in his feet from the growing roots was very uncomfortable.
By C. H. Richard12 months ago in Fiction
- Top Story - May 2023
CampaignTop Story - May 2023
***Content warning violence*** Shaking hands and kissing babies while walking the aisle, the politician checked each camera angle as he bowed his head. He spoke with utmost sincerity when asked about the latest tragedy due to incoherent laws. He offered thoughts and prayers for the latest victims as he reassured constituents it was not the time to discuss.
By C. H. Richard12 months ago in Fiction
Bargain
Her eyes looked me over as she picked up the purse that I had dropped on the floor. She shared a smile of false care; “Our product line is high end and nothing less than a three-hundred-dollar accessory is available.” She suggested I try an outlet store down the road.
By C. H. Richard12 months ago in Fiction
- Top Story - May 2023
BouquetTop Story - May 2023
Petals of roses in the form of a missile rushed me and bounced off my chest. Sighs of disappointment from other single women including my friend Meredith who leapt into the air trying to catch this ensemble. Back at the bridesmaid table I rolled my eyes as Meredith’s fiancé, Lou captured the garter.
By C. H. Richard12 months ago in Fiction
- Top Story - April 2023
The Connection
My legs were up against my chest as the restless child who sat in the seat before me pushed back and forth trying to get a reaction from her mother who was scrolling through her phone. I closed my eyes as another push from the little princess's seat hit my chin. I turned to my best friend, Becky who had convinced me to take this Florida trip “to relax”.
By C. H. Richardabout a year ago in Fiction