Photo Copyright by Bjorn Rudberg
Here we are for another week. Today we’re touring an old mansion reported to be haunted. We’re seated in the music room. We’re gathered here to discuss our original stories for the week. This is the Friday Fictioneers group. Our hostess for the gathering is the talented and gracious author and artist, Rochelle Wisoff-Fields. The challenge for each of us this week and every week is to write a story with no more than 100 words, not including the title. It’s supposed to have a beginning, middle, end, and follow the picture prompt for the week. This week’s prompt was provided by Bjorn Rudberg. Thanks, Bjorn.
To read the other stories by group members, just click on the link given below, then on the little blue frog in the blue box.
The link for this week’s stories is as follows:
https://rochellewisofffields.wordpress.com/2016/11/16/18-november-2016/
Genre: Speculative Humor Fiction
Word Count: 98 Words
THE CONCERT by P.S. Joshi
The old Bartlett mansion was reported to be haunted. Jed Bartlett, the inherited owner, had never gone there to actually find out.
One day he convinced his wife to accompany him. They were determined to spend the night.
About midnight they heard a sound from the music room. Entering, they found a misty presence playing a cello. They sat to listen.
Two weeks later, the first concert was scheduled. The posters read: Β Cello concert by spirit of Julia Bartlet, 1840-1920–To be held at Bartlet mansion–Saturday, 12 midnight–Proceeds going to Planktown Hospital where Miss Bartlet died.
Aw, a friendly musical ghost π I wonder if the first concert will be full of music lovers or ghost hunters with flashing gizmos? Either way, money for the hospital!
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Thanks, Ali. I’m happy you liked the story. My guess is the audience will be a mixture of music lovers and ghost hunters. It should make quite a crowd. π — Suzanne
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Very enterprising owner and I’ll bet the ghost was thrilled to have an audience
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Thanks, Bernadette. The ghost needs to never be lonesome again that’s for sure. I’m happy you enjoyed the story. π — Suzanne
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I hope the ghost turns up to play when everyone has bought their tickets! Nice take π
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Thanks, Iain. I hope so too. That would be a catastrophe if she doesn’t. I’m happy you enjoyed the story. π — Suzanne
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Let us hope the ghostly cello player will be willing to play for the mere mortals!
Lovely take…
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Thanks, Dale. I hope she will also. I think she’ll enjoy it. She’s been alone a “long” time. I’m happy you enjoyed the story. I hope your cold is over soon. π — Suzanne
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Pretty much back to myself, thanks!
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Very enterprising, to say the least!
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Thanks, Sabina. Yes, it was enterprising. I’m happy you enjoyed the story. π — Suzanne
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I always like ghost stories and this one was excellent.
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Thanks, John, for the great comment. I appreciate it. I’m happy you enjoyed the story so much. π — Suzanne
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Great story, Suzanne. Wouldn’t that be cool?
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Thanks, Diana. I’m happy you liked the story so much. Yes, that would be really cool. π — Suzanne
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It’s kind of a funny story. I ghost who has no problem performing and letting her relatives make money off her. Maybe having a crowd masked the ghost happy. Interesting take and well written π
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Thanks, Mandi. I meant it to be humorous. Like my aliens, my ghosts are often funny. I’m happy you enjoyed the story so much. At least some of the money is going for a good cause. The hospital may name a wing after her. π — Suzanne
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Like the idea of a ghostly concert and the take going to the hospital. Ingenious.
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Thanks, Yarnspinnerr. I’m happy you enjoyed the story. Yes, it was a good idea to donate money to the hospital. Thanks for the great comment. π — Suzanne
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Welcome. π
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Great take on the photo. I can see…I mean hear…a ghost playing the cello. Very haunting.
xx Rowena
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Thanks, Rowena. I’m pleased you liked the story so much you could hear the ghost and cello. It would be “haunting” wouldn’t it? π — Suzanne
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Oh I do think there is a purpose after all… maybe she will have her rest after the proceeds of the concert has been delivered.
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Thanks, Bjorn, and thanks also for the great picture. I’m happy you enjoyed the story. Perhaps she will retire after the concert. She may also enjoy it so much she continues to give concerts. π — Suzanne
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it would be one of a kind. if it ever materializes, it would be a big hit.
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Thanks, Plaridel. Yes, it would certainly be one of a kind. It would also certainly be a great hit. Let’s hope she doesn’t get stage fright. I’m happy you enjoyed the story. π — Suzanne
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A fun write, Suzanne. When I finished reading it I had a slight chuckle.
I’m concerned the audience won’t be able to see the ghost. She may only
appear for family. HaHa You took a very different approach to the pormpt.
Well done …
Isadora π
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Thanks, Isadora. I’m happy you enjoyed the story and it made you laugh. I think this particular ghost wants to be seen. That’s probably one of the reasons she played for the family members. π — Suzanne
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Dear Suzanne,
It should be a haunting concert. Not a ghost of a chance of failure. Loved the whimsy of this story. Nicely done.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thanks, Rochelle. Great puns. I’m happy you enjoyed the story. π — Suzanne
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Thermal warmers will needed I think at this evening, πππ
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Thanks, Mike. You’re probably right. An old mansion no doubt gets cool around midnight. At least the ghost won’t notice but might cause cooler temperatures as they sometimes do. I’m happy you enjoyed the story. π — Suzanne
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I am guessing it will be a spirited recital.
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Thanks, Subroto. I agree it will be spirited. I’m happy you enjoyed the story. π — Suzanne
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Sounds like a fun concert.
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Thanks, Dawn. It’ll be different that’s for sure. I’m happy you enjoyed the story. π — Suzanne
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A delightful ghost story. Made me smile, ear-to-ear
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Thanks, Alicia. I’m happy you enjoyed the story and it made you smile. I enjoy writing funny ghost stories. π — Suzanne
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Aww such a sweet story Suzanne! I always did believe in ‘good’ ghosts – musical ghosts have been added to the list π
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Thanks, Dahlia. I’m happy you enjoyed the story and now believe in musical ghosts. π — Suzanne
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A spirited concert in more ways than one. Fun piece, Suzanne.
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Thanks, Russell. I’m happy you enjoyed the story. Yes, it was certainly spirited. π — Suzanne
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I love your quirky take on the prompt, quite refreshing among all these sad stories.
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Thanks, Lore. I’m happy you enjoyed my ghost story. I didn’t feel like writing sad this week. π — Suzanne
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That’s quite lovely.No fear, no aggression just empathy and appreciation of each other, their differences don’t alow suspicion of each other. A message for us all here, I think
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Thanks, Mick. I’m happy you enjoyed my story and liked its message. It’s so sad people can’t all get along. π — Suzanne
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A haunting story that made me smile. π Nice job, Suzanne!
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Thanks, Dawn. I’m happy you liked my story and it made you smile. π — Suzanne
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Hah, now there’s a great way to work with a ghost. Lovely story, Suzanne.
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Thanks, Gabriele. I’m happy you enjoyed my story and it made you laugh. π — Suzanne
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Oooo all goose-bump-ly! Love it Suzanne. Mega hugs
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