Marian Fleming

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Feb, 2024

Stories (4)

4 Stories

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“"Ouch, That Hurts"” by Marian Fleming

Submitted to Contest #241

As I reached our daily lunch table with my tray full of unappealing Italian day lunch special, one of my best friends was saying catishly, "Marie thinks I'm going to nominate her for 'Best Personality', but I'm voting for Tracy instead." The eyes that had been eagerly focused on my friend, now known as 'the backstabbing bitch' by me, raised to see me standing behind her as she declared to whom her loyalties belonged. When Jamie saw their looks of warning, she turned around and her expression quickly turned sheepish and her pink cheeks drain...

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“The Final Salute” by Marian Fleming

Submitted to Contest #240

A majestic American flag flapped rhythmically on a distant flagpole as the mourning crowd began to sing: "Day is done..." Carrie's eyes grew distant as she remembered their first getaway down to Wildwood along the Jersey Shore: "Hon, time to go back to the room," James had said as he gently caressed her windburnt cheek. Carrie had blinked a few times as she had awakened from her late afternoon nap, and noticed that her skin felt flaky and taut under his touch.They had driven down to spend the weekend at the large New Jersey beach to celebrat...

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“Whaaaat?” by Marian Fleming

Submitted to Contest #239

Suddenly the blaring television caught Elsa's attention; she had been scrolling distractedly through her cell phone when the drama show on the tube mentioned quaint, old Mockingbird Island. The name made her think of her favorite getaway spot with Seth, Cape May Island, a spot along the Jersey Shore well-known for being a hub for migrating birds. Many species of birds would pause there on their trek south for the winter ...

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“A Romantic Interlude” by Marian Fleming

Submitted to Contest #238

The cell phone in the back pocket of Greg's faded Levi's chimed loudly. He gruffly pulled it out to answer and saw her name. Margo, the current love of his life, was supposed to be en route from the balmy coast of California to meet him at his cabin located deep in the snowy woods of Maine. Luckily, he still had a strong signal even though reception in the secluded location was spotty at best at times."Babe?""Hi," she answered somewhat out of breath. "I just landed at the airport and I'm heading down to baggage claims. From there, I'll grab ...

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Author bio

I've enjoyed reading all my life and enjoyed the bedtime stories my Grandmother would read to me nightly as a child. My favorite genre is mystery and I was an early fan of Nancy Drew progressing to Miss Marple and cozy mysteries. Other hobbies include painting, writing, and knitting/crocheting. I also enjoy spending time with family and pets...