Hey Jude | Original Short Story

"The little town of Remington is surrounded by country roads and wooded lands. The closest city is fifteen miles away and consists of criminals, rejects, and dilapidated buildings. The miles of trees, undergrowth, and wildlife that separates them are perfect for two kids and their wandering adventures.
'I mean, it's super obvious he likes her,' Ada reasons as she clambers over the top of the ledge. 'I don't know why he won't just ask her out. Everyone else figured it out years ago.'"

Jude is exploring with his best friend, Ada. What mysteries will they discover?

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Initially published on April 10, 2024, at Short Fiction Break, this story was a contestant in The Write Practice 2024 Spring Writing Contest. All rights belong to Allie April Knox.

Allie April Knox is a native of the farmland of Central New York as well as a ballet dancer and a music teacher. She can usually be found listening to movie soundtracks amidst writing about the unnatural aspects of our seemingly normal reality. "Hey Jude" is her third short story.