Joan Brancaccio

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Aug, 2020

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“The Roar of the Crowd” by Joan Brancaccio

Submitted to Contest #136

When the crowd roared it washed over them like a wave, starting slowly and building to a crescendo. It wasn't just the sound of cheering, it was also the sound of the wooden seats snapping as people jumped up to get a better look at just how far the ball was going. The crowd could tell from the crack of the bat it was going to be a long one, and they needed to stand to see just how far the ball would go. Eddie wasn't inside the stadium to witness any of this. It was still the Depression and there wasn't enough money to go to every home gam...

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“The Head of The Table” by Joan Brancaccio

Submitted to Contest #111

Eddie's father was gone almost six months now. It was hard to believe it was that long since he died. It was hard to believe that the man who had so firmly guided the family had left them almost six months ago. And, it was hard to believe his mother had absorbed this latest blow. Eddie's father was once a giant, although certainly not in size -- he didn't top 5’5” but his authority was never questioned. His word was the law and his approval represented the pinnacle of success. He wasn't an easy man to please. Eddie had endured plenty of sp...

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“The Neighbor” by Joan Brancaccio

Submitted to Contest #106

She pushed the buzzer next to his apartment door and waited, somewhat hoping he wouldn't answer. It's not like there was an emergency, but it was the right thing to do. As far as she could tell, he was all alone. She wanted to be a helpful neighbor.The buzz sounded far off. She waited, about to turn around and leave when the sound of steps could be heard and the peep-hole opened. She smiled at the blue eye peering out at her."Yes, is someone there?" she heard him ask in his clipped British accent."Hi, Mr. Stuart. It'...

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