Beverli Barnes

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Feb, 2022

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“The Present” by Beverli Barnes

Submitted to Contest #173

The Present By Beverli Barnes A tadpole could swim circles in his dimples. His cuteness as a baby and young boy was rivalled by his astounding intelligence. There was something about my nephew Marcus, as a child that sparked intrigue and at times intimidation. My mother told me about the time she showed Marcus photographs of various types of mushrooms. He was maybe three or four.  “Grandmother”, he asked. “What is this red one with the white polka dots?” “The Latin name is ‘amanita muscaria’. It is poisonous.” Mom explain...

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“Never Say Never” by Beverli Barnes

Submitted to Contest #135

Never Say Never I’m about to do the thing I said I would never do. Run an ultra. I said the same about running a marathon but have completed six.  I think most people prefer to hear how much you’ve suffered rather than how smoothly and effortless your race went.  Unless you’re a runner however, you could probably care less either way. Although I have trained rigorously the past five months, nothing could have prepared me for what I am about to encounter. The weather has changed drastica...

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Author bio

I've been a clothing designer for thirty years and an avid runner. In 2021, I stared taking memoir writing classes and absolutely love it. I've wanted to write my memoir for years and now it's time.