Mike Barton

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jun, 2024

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“The Speed of Sadness” by Mike Barton

Submitted to Contest #290

THE SPEED OF SADNESS PROLOGUE  A woman stood  alongside a newly dug  grave.  She bent down and put down a small bunch of flowers at the headstone.A woman and her daughter emerged from the Church  entrance. ‘Who is that standing at Dad’s grave?’‘I have no idea.’The woman blew a kiss at the headstone, turned and walked away.     Across a Dance Floor.                        &nb...

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“A Different Look ” by Mike Barton

Submitted to Contest #289

                       A DIFFERENT LOOK The emergence of Rufus Brennan from the Gents, back into the dining area of a smart eaterie off Piccadilly Circus turned heads and with good reason.Rufe (to his friends) was a London tour guide. His presence, back in to the main room caused no small amount of comment from the diners nearest to the convenience. He’d gone in to the convenience wearing normal casual clothes and carryi...

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“Rush Hour Romance” by Mike Barton

Submitted to Contest #288

RUSH HOUR ROMANCE  The rain was stronger now. Herr Aldo Six stepped  into the shelter of the Belgravia Cafe’s  resplendent British Racing Green awning.  He caught  the attention of a waitress inside who would bring his usual order.  The  Cafe was a favourite haunt for Aldo who liked it’s Art Deco theme.  He sat next to the outdoor heater enjoying the warmth it offered against the slight chill and enjoyed being in the dry just a yard away from the downpour.  He was under the most sheltered of the...

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