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A Girl on Her Bike

Where it can take her...

By Kendall Defoe Published 3 years ago Updated 3 years ago 1 min read
A Girl on Her Bike
Photo by Alessandra Caretto on Unsplash

She got on her bike, but she did not go to school. No, there were castles to visit and princes to court. A dragon promised her treasure, and the rocket she was building was almost ready for her first trip into space. The wizards knew she had the right spells; the elves knew she would remember their songs. All she had to do was stay on that bike, and then...

''Back so soon, young lady?''

''Yes, ma'am.''

The girl was always there before classes began with her bike and a big smile.

The librarian smiled too, and opened the door.

He knew....

AdventureFantasyShort StoryYoung Adult

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Kendall Defoe

Teacher, reader, writer, dreamer... I am a college instructor who cannot stop letting his thoughts end up on the page. No AI. No Fake Work. It's all me...

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  1. Compelling and original writing

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  • Test3 years ago

    Made me think of Matilda… and my own childhood 😊

  • Great story and truly heartwarming

  • Sid Aaron Hirji3 years ago

    love the story-libraries are magic

  • Roy Stevens3 years ago

    I imagine there's some fabulous libraries in the Montreal area and this is a lovely tribute to them! Great little story Kendall!!

  • Nice one❤️😉

  • This made me feel warm and fuzzy! I loved it!

  • Delightful homage.

  • Donna Renee3 years ago

    Awww this is wonderful ❤️❤️

  • Babs Iverson3 years ago

    Love this!!!💖💖💕

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