Category Archives: Fiction

Mystery on the Beach; The Bird’s the Word; Friday Flash Fics by Jeff Baker, August 21, 2020.

Posted on August 21, 2020 by jeffbaker307

Surfin’ Bird By Jeff Baker   There was no other way. Donna Reidel stared at the ocean, at the man pulling the girl on water skis. It looked fast and wet. She shuddered. Staking out somebody in a car she … Continue reading →

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Pagoda Of Shadows; Enter At Your Own Risk! Friday Flash Fics by Jeff Baker. (August 14, 2020)

Posted on August 14, 2020 by jeffbaker307

     The Pagoda of Shadows By Jeff Baker     “The gods have condemned this place. The Spirits have fled. And you should too.” The old man cast a backward glance at the tall structure. Familiar, slanted roofs, dark windows, … Continue reading →

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Horror, a Bakery and a Spoon; August’s Flash Fiction Draw Challenge Story

Posted on August 10, 2020 by jeffbaker307

    AUTHOR’S NOTE: The prompts drawn (thanks, Cait Gordon!) for the August Flash Fiction Draw Challenge were a horror story, set in a bakery involving a spoon. I’ve been in food service, so I’m familiar with the setting. I’ve … Continue reading →

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I’ll Fly Away with Friday Flash Fics, August 7, 2020 by Jeff Baker.

Posted on August 7, 2020 by jeffbaker307

I’ll Fly Away By Jeff Baker   Eddie slapped the side of the plane, making the wing vibrate. “Hit it!” Eddie yelled. “On it, I mean Roger!” Manny said. “Flaps up!” Eddie yelled. “Flaps up!” Manny said. “Wheels off! “Eddie … Continue reading →

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McGuffin’s Goal; Friday Flash Fics for July 31, 2020 by Jeff Baker.

Posted on July 31, 2020 by jeffbaker307

McGuffin’s Goal By Jeff Baker   It was late afternoon in the club and somehow the talk had become nostalgic and had therefore turned to football. Delmar and Aubrey-Smith were recounting their (largely exaggerated) days of glory on the pitch … Continue reading →

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The Infernal Machine; Friday Flash Fics by Jeff Baker, July 24, 2020.

Posted on July 24, 2020 by jeffbaker307

The Infernal Machine By Jeff Baker     July 25, 2376 To: Oblivion Co. Head Office From: Riley Arbuthnot R.E.: Capuchin Asteroid.   Dear Mr. Baden-Baden: Made it to the Capuchin Asteroid and it is HUGE! Artificial atmosphere just like … Continue reading →

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Encounter The Warrior of Frog Island—If You Dare! Friday Flash Fics by Jeff Baker, July 17, 2020.

Posted on July 17, 2020 by jeffbaker307

The Warrior of Frog Island By Jeff Baker   I had been travelling for months, days of exploration and adventure and nights where a bed-chamber was a luxury if it had a roof overhead, when after a small trip by … Continue reading →

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Chasing the Vampire for Friday Flash Fics by Jeff Baker, July 10, 2020.

Posted on July 10, 2020 by jeffbaker307

  Mystery at Castle Dracula By Jeff Baker   The cloud-enshrouded mountains parted like curtains as our carriage proceeded towards the dark castle. “They never hole up in a convenient motel near a pool, do they?” Jessie said sarcastically. “Sometimes … Continue reading →

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Uncovering an Ancient Mystery for Friday Flash Fics by Jeff Baker, July 3, 2020.

Posted on July 3, 2020 by jeffbaker307

Through the Ancient Desert of the Stars By Jeff Baker Arikos stared up at the window, as the sunlight streamed down through it. Late afternoon and he remembered when he had been a young boy in here, taking instruction and … Continue reading →

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Encounter on a Moonless Night: Friday Flash Fics, June 26, 2020 by Jeff Baker

Posted on June 26, 2020 by jeffbaker307

On a Night When the Moons Were Not In the Sky By Jeff Baker The night was dark; racing clouds blotting out the stars. Zoras was grateful for the shifting starlight and for the fact that he knew the ancient … Continue reading →

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