It came from beneath the Barley
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Comment from tfawcus
This story is so well told that I feel sure it will be in the winners' circle. You held me in its grip from beginning to end. A mind-bending experience in the midst of a childhood that any boy would dream of.
How vivid the imagination becomes on such occasions. I remember seeing Hitchock's film The Birds when I was a child - a matinee performance on a winter's day. We came out of the cinema at dusk. There were hundreds of rooks wheeling overhead, cawing and beginning to settle in the trees. People ran in all directions, ducking for cover!
reply by the author on 23-May-2020
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This story is so well told that I feel sure it will be in the winners' circle. You held me in its grip from beginning to end. A mind-bending experience in the midst of a childhood that any boy would dream of.
How vivid the imagination becomes on such occasions. I remember seeing Hitchock's film The Birds when I was a child - a matinee performance on a winter's day. We came out of the cinema at dusk. There were hundreds of rooks wheeling overhead, cawing and beginning to settle in the trees. People ran in all directions, ducking for cover!
Comment Written 23-May-2020
reply by the author on 23-May-2020
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Wow. I remember that scene. It was especially amplified for me when I heard Tippy Hedren explain how she suffered doing the filming. Thanks for the review. That means everything.
Comment from January L'Angelle
This was a really sweet horror story. I like that you started off with your little boy fantasy world and then went into the non-fiction part of the story. This was sort of funny how it turned out to be an old grain pipe/ grain hauler. I bet it wasn't funny back then! I really enjoyed this. Well penned. -January L.
reply by the author on 22-May-2020
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This was a really sweet horror story. I like that you started off with your little boy fantasy world and then went into the non-fiction part of the story. This was sort of funny how it turned out to be an old grain pipe/ grain hauler. I bet it wasn't funny back then! I really enjoyed this. Well penned. -January L.
Comment Written 22-May-2020
reply by the author on 22-May-2020
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Many thanks. Glad you mentioned the intro, that was the key. I had to show how it is possible for a kid to believe in a fantasy world, because that was easy back then. Kids, now have computers, giving them everything, they don't use imagination in play. They are smarter than we were, but they are missing reading books. Most kids today, would ignore that grain pipe. It would spark no fire.
Comment from roof35
Yes, we have all been there. Even my older brother--all of 12--was scared going home after seeing "The Thing." At 8 I wasn't scared, at least that is what I told him. Your story brought it all back. I loved this story. Could not find a thing I would change. I hope to read more of your writing.
reply by the author on 22-May-2020
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Yes, we have all been there. Even my older brother--all of 12--was scared going home after seeing "The Thing." At 8 I wasn't scared, at least that is what I told him. Your story brought it all back. I loved this story. Could not find a thing I would change. I hope to read more of your writing.
Comment Written 22-May-2020
reply by the author on 22-May-2020
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Thank you so much. Its amazing how these childhood instances stay with us forever.
Comment from Iza Deleanu
During the night and after watching a horror movie it's quite understandable that everything seems scary. Thank you for sharing and good luck with the contest
reply by the author on 22-May-2020
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During the night and after watching a horror movie it's quite understandable that everything seems scary. Thank you for sharing and good luck with the contest
Comment Written 22-May-2020
reply by the author on 22-May-2020
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Thanks Iza. Glad you read it. Will return the favor
Comment from thaities, Rebecca V.
what a wonderful story entry for the Horro Writing contest! This should do well!
Noticed one typo:
"I reached home safely that night. Grandmother was near her radio as usual. I don'tbelieve she even noticed me come in." (don't believe)
reply by the author on 22-May-2020
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what a wonderful story entry for the Horro Writing contest! This should do well!
Noticed one typo:
"I reached home safely that night. Grandmother was near her radio as usual. I don'tbelieve she even noticed me come in." (don't believe)
Comment Written 21-May-2020
reply by the author on 22-May-2020
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Thank you. Enjoyed your twenty story. Intuitive. My son went to Thailand several years ago, he liked it, but I don't think I could take the heat.
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The heat is beastly in the hot season. Nice to hear your son traveled to Thailand.
Comment from Suzanna Ray
Dear Brad this is a very readable story. It is clearly written and well formatted.
I do hope the Judges from the CEC appreciate these qualities as much as I do.
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reply by the author on 22-May-2020
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Dear Brad this is a very readable story. It is clearly written and well formatted.
I do hope the Judges from the CEC appreciate these qualities as much as I do.
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 21-May-2020
reply by the author on 22-May-2020
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Thank you Suzanne. I will check out your writing.
