Barry Fields
Barry Fields lived and worked for many years as a psychologist in New Mexico, where two of his short stories placed in regional contests. In March of this year a short story, “A Matter of Justice,” appeared in 34th Parallel Magazine. In April, “Induction Day” appeared in Sundial: A Magazine of Literary Historical Fiction. Prankster is in the August issue of New English Review. In addition, he has had numerous nonfiction articles in a variety of publications. He now lives with his wife and dog in North Carolina. Barry recommends Doctors without Borders.
“Hey Sandy, Margaret. Hi, Coreen,” she greeted cheerfully. Conversation came to a dead halt. Margaret shook her head, excused herself, and turned her back on her. The others wouldn’t look at her. A group of church women gave her the same reception.