Helen Frith

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jul, 2020

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“Stripes Run Red” by Helen Frith

Submitted to Contest #97

They always hunted on moonlit nights. It eliminated the need for flashlights, which would act like flares in the open, Maharashtra plains. They slowly prowled through the thick, lush undergrowth, using the moon’s glow to guide them to the waterhole where they’d laid their trap the previous night. “Are you ready?” Falan asked softly, hauling a thick duffel bag onto his broad shoulders. Moonlight bathed his figure, highlighting the taunt muscles protruding from his back. “We’re almost there.” Amol Patel exhaled, surveying the untamed w...

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“Free Bird” by Helen Frith

Submitted to Contest #51

Asidi Abdul groaned as the aged lorry lurched over the barren terrain, devouring the land in front of it. He uncurled his toes and attempted to stretch, utilising the corners of the wooden crate he was situated in to hoist his body into a more comfortable position. The sweet, pungent aroma of apple and pear overwhelmed his senses, arousing the stabbing pangs of hunger that had been haunting him for the past few days. “Stop moving,” his father murmured beside him, fatigue softening his words. Asidi halted, slackening his muscles and sinking...

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