David Hobson

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Aug, 2019

Stories (4)

4 Stories

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“Long Time No See” by David Hobson

Submitted to Contest #186

Long Time No See “Well, look who finally showed up!” “Hi Steve. Hi Andy. Long time no see.” “You got that right, Dean. Nice of you to join us. Steve, move that chair round for Dean.” “Gosh, I’ve really missed you guys. How are things?” “In the circumstances, things are pretty good. Steve and I have had time to check out the facilities and it looks like this place has everything we need.” “Yeah, Andy got here first and made enquiries about what was available and where to go for things. Snooke...

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“If Walls Could Talk” by David Hobson

Submitted to Contest #85

“Congratulations, Mr and Mrs Robinson, I am sure you will be very happy in your new home. So full of character, plus you have the detached garage at the rear.” The agent gave them one of his best pasted on smiles as he handed them the keys. The young newlyweds, just back from their honeymoon, stood on the doorstep of their Victorian terraced house. Anna couldn’t control the huge smile on her face. “Oh, Colin, I’m so excited. Our own little house. I can’t wait to start decorating it.” “Well, let’s get in first. R...

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“If Only They Knew” by David Hobson

Submitted to Contest #50

“Me and Jenny are going to the theatre on Saturday night Grandpa. We’re going to see a Beatles tribute band called The Penny Lanes.” My Granddaughter Vicky was so excited to tell me of her first trip to the local theatre without her parents during her weekly visit. “Did you ever see the real Beatles?” “As a matter of fact, yes I did. Once.” “Wow, that must have been great. When? Where? What were they like?” “Well now, I don’t know if I have ever told you before, but did you know I used to work in a th...

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“Arianna, My Aphrodite” by David Hobson

Submitted to Contest #44

Tears flowed down her cheeks as she stood on the quay, waving at my disappearing boat. I waved back and blew her a kiss. They say that parting is such sweet sorrow, but I think it is just plain sorrow. Good-bye my own Greek goddess. I will be back. Soon.Eight weeks on an archeological dig on the island of Crete to complete my thesis seemed an ideal way to spend the summer. Far from the madding crowd of home. Far from the months of studying in libraries; the endless rain and the persistent pressure of my Pro...

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