Yvonne Barker

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Sep, 2020

Stories (3)

3 Stories

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“Melting Pot” by Yvonne Barker

Submitted to Contest #60

MELTING POT ‘What's that coming over the hill?’ ‘Is it a monster?’ Sang Ben. ‘Come on stop being flippant,’ accused Laura. ‘This is serious, we haven't got time to play the song game.’ ‘Is it one of them?’ Asked Ben. ‘I think so, though it's hard to tell from this distance.’ ‘Well, we'd better get a move on just to be sure.’ ‘Where to?’ ‘Anywhere but here.’ Laura stood staring at what was coming towards them, unable to move, feet like cement anchoring her to the floor. Billy grabbed her hand & galvanised her into acti...

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“A City of Two Tales” by Yvonne Barker

Submitted to Contest #59

This is such a lovely city. I’ve never been here before and I’ve always wanted to come: important history, great architecture, plenty of museums and galleries; and very vibrant.I wander around with my camera and exchange the odd pleasantries: the people aren’t overly cordial, but neither are they hostile and they do smile – and respond, when I speak to them.It’s going to be difficult crossing this main road – drivers are racing around as though they’re taking part in Formula One. I will be dicing with death that’s for sure………… Phew, that was...

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“SARDINES IN A TIN” by Yvonne Barker

Submitted to Contest #58

My first thought was – this is fun. My second, third and immediate thoughts thereafter were also ones of amusement. None of us were drunk – just merry, and we were laughing and exuberant the way people are, having spent a couple of hours in the pub.My boyfriend had been playing football in the Sunday league and I was his faithful fair weather supporter. Each week if the sun was shining, all the girlfriends could be found pacing up and down the side lines shouting words of encouragement – chatting amongst themselves if the play was boring – w...

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