Rita Barrocas

Author on Reedsy Prompts since May, 2024

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“Mind your own bussiness” by Rita Barrocas

As a writer I never properly understood why someone who is trying to be noticed will dress and act as if they are suspicious of a crime. Those long baggy jackets, bigger-than-your-face sunglasses, a scarf, and some ridiculous hats that someone of sane mind would never use in their day-by-day.But here I was, sitting at my usual cafe, drinking my 3rd cup of tea of the day while enjoying my donut when I saw her coming in – a woman in her forties who fit the part perfectly. If her clothes were not suspicio...

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“Shadow Dances” by Rita Barrocas

Submitted to Contest #249

As I stand on the stage, my heart pounds as I breathe in anticipation.The first musical notes float through the air, and I feel the familiar thrill of butterflies swirling in my stomach; it is both exhilarating and agonizing.I close my eyes and let the melody wash over me, each beat fuelling my energy. My fingers slowly trace the curves of my body.From the front row, someone releases the sweet smoke of a cigarette and, it spreads to the stage like a wave.  The lights dim. A single focus on red light se...

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