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Iris Harris
Bio
An aspiring novelist. I enjoy writing ghost, horror, and drama. Occassionally, I dabble with some essays. You can find more of my work with the link below:
Stories (98/0)
Three Words
Mandy: I love you Terrance read the text repeatedly, brushing his brown, unkept hair out of his eyes. He sat at the table and dropped a heavy sigh. He refused to look up from his phone, contemplating his response to her text. Annoyance flashed over his pale-colored face.
By Iris Harris9 months ago in Fiction
Teacher Shortage in America
Greetings, Vocal Community! What many people may not be aware of is that I am also a full-time educator, and working in the classroom limits my time allocated to writing. I have been in the classroom for nearly two decades, and thought I would start sharing my professional thoughts and experience about a profession I spent so much of my life dedicated to. This will become my monthly series, with this month’s focus: Teacher Shortage.
By Iris Harris9 months ago in Education
Unlocking My Love Part 3
Welcome back, readers. If you have been following this little three-parter I have created, you know about my first written story and how I strayed from the writer’s path during high school. However, if this is your first time reading this short jaunt down memory lane, I shall direct you to where you can visit previous installments. You can read, or revisit, those crucial points in my writing journey here: Part 1 and Part 2. Would I consider those my first writing piece is a matter of perspectives? Sure, both were written in the form of freelance, but the title of my first official story for eyes beyond my own goes to a piece I wrote for a writing contest.
By Iris Harris10 months ago in Writers
Unlocking My Love
Welcome back! In the last entry, I had a taste of freelance creative writing, but spat it out because I had lacked the will to acquire the refine flavor of writing. It took a little over half a decade to develop a passion for the craft. During my senior year of high school, I knew I wanted to be a creative, freelance writer with the dream of publishing a novel.
By Iris Harris10 months ago in Writers
Unlocking My Love
My very first writing piece started when I was in fifth grade. Prior to writing it, I never thought I wanted to become a writer. Not many elementary school kids think, “I enjoy writing, I want to make a hobby out of it!” I was no exception. Why would I want to spend my time doing the one activity I disliked the most in school? I mean, we were always forced to write book report, narratives, essays, and more. However, what did separate me from my peers was my insatiable love for reading.
By Iris Harris10 months ago in Writers
Cinderella’s Secret
“Cinderella, why are there still rats roaming around the house? I thought I told you to take care of them,” screeched Ester, throwing a stern gaze at several gray rats, which scurried into hiding as the light disturbed the dark sanctuary of the closet. She shook her own grey hair in discontent at the filthy, unwanted visitors. “Also, are the dresses for Brianna and Bertha ready for tonight? You know they plan to attend the masquerade party. It’s their chance to finally connect with an aristocrat. I would love it if one of my beautiful daughters could marry a rich politician, or even a business owner. It would mean more money for the family.”
By Iris Harris10 months ago in Fiction
Barbie: Beyond Female Empowerment
Barbie has become a major cultural icon in the past 6 decades, to the point her purpose continues to spark debate today. Some will insist her existence is to instill empowerment in young girls, and encourage them to dream of becoming anything they want. Others continue to consider her impossible physical features and overpriced accessories, as a fashion-driven airhead.
By Iris Harris11 months ago in Geeks
To the Fourth
Happy Independence Day, America! Today is a day when we declared to become our own country with the promise to be a land of the free. Home of opportunity for anyone. A country to show what freedom looks like and model democracy. Though I want to celebrate this glorious moment, I find myself hesitating; wondering just how free Americans really are.
By Iris Harris12 months ago in The Swamp
Supreme’s Courts June 2023 Rulings
The Supreme Court of the United States kicks off summer 2023, leaving millions of Americans with questions regarding their decision on Affirmative Action, Gay Rights, and Student Loan Forgiveness. Unfortunately, I am one of the millions who have concerns.
By Iris Harrisabout a year ago in The Swamp
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