Author: Holly Barratt

Holly Barratt lives in Wales. She writes stories in many genres and is currently editing her first novel. Previous publications include Wyldblood Press, Oxford Greats in Flash and the Brick Lane Short Story Competition. She is inspired by history, folklore, and nature. Writing fights for space in her life alongside a full-time job, cat parenting, and a serious martial arts and yoga habit.

Scrumping

Scrumping by Holly Barratt

It’s August, the moon is full, and the sound of the waves bothering the rocks half a mile away is insistent. The orchard smells of father: apple and salt. Cider-soaked and sea-preserved, he was so well pickled he could never have grown old if he lived a thousand years. Jenna and Menna, dresses tucked in… Read more Scrumping

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