A flash fiction story by Brian Robinson. Photo by Marija Zaric on Unsplash "Nothing, that's what I can't get my head around. I imagine myself in a spaceship travelling out beyond the universe into an endless ocean of 'nothing'. That just doesn't make sense to me. Do you think it's because we are so locked into a physical … Continue reading A Conversation About Nothing
Author: Brian
For the past eight years or so I've worked for a national charity helping people suffering from anxiety disorders. I have been trained by the charity and to deepen my understanding I've taken a diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I am absolutely fascinated with the brain in general, and in particular with the part that brings these disorders into play.
I am also interested in literature and the arts. I took an A level in English Literature and studied towards, but never completed, a Bachelor of Arts degree with the Open University.
Now I like to amuse myself by writing flash fiction stories.
A Penchant for Peanuts
A flash fiction story by Brian Robinson. Amy stood staring into her bedroom mirror. "Just look at my fat belly Tom." "You're pregnant pet. I think you'll find a fat belly goes with the territory." "But I'm not that far gone. I shouldn't be this big." "Try laying off the bread. You know that causes … Continue reading A Penchant for Peanuts
Dire Straits
A flash fiction story by Brian Robinson. Large droplets of unforgiving rain lashed against Anne-Marie’s windscreen causing her wipers to go into their customary flap. She had planned to have a relaxing drive home while thinking about the cut and thrust of her late evening meeting in Chichester. Instead, she found herself craning forward trying … Continue reading Dire Straits
The Competition
A flash fiction story by Brian Robinson. The strangest of dreams. I was in a fine art competition with four other entrants. We each had to chose an object of fine art and suggest how it might be enhanced. This felt weird because I'm not at all artistic. Yet, I remember feeling really enthusiastic and … Continue reading The Competition
A Weekend in Rye
A flash fiction story by Brian Robinson. James' house "James! It's so lovely to see you. I've been looking forward to meeting up for weeks." "Well, don't just stand there, come on in." "And I love Rye. I'm so jealous that you live here." "Yes, Rye is nice." "So, how long has it been, almost … Continue reading A Weekend in Rye
The Darkest of Matters
A flash fiction story by Brian Robinson. What you see, is not what there is: what there is, is is not what you see. The Vice-Chancellor clearly has a problem with being questioned. Well, tough shit! Four people are dead and they were all found on the Cambridge campus. "Okay, just so we're clear, you're … Continue reading The Darkest of Matters
The Shepherds Bush Treasure
A flash fiction story by Brian Robinson. Every child's dream "This really is a lovely house, Georgian of course, full of character, and full of history too. It has so many stories to tell. In the nineteenth century for example, Robert Louis Stevenson was a regular visitor. His close friend lived here in Shepherds Bush … Continue reading The Shepherds Bush Treasure
Social Phobia: Recovery Flow Chart (Without Notes)
By Brian Robinson. Social Phobia Flow Chart.
Gin with a Twist
By Brian Robinson. Gin with a Twist I could see the pain etched into her face, the sadness, the sense of betrayal. She had begged me to leave this alone. It’s too dangerous she’d said, but I wasn’t going to be told. Anita was my best friend. And I was determined. I could understand why … Continue reading Gin with a Twist
Anxiety: Blushing Part 4: The Problem of Self
By Brian Robinson. If you've read parts 1, 2 and 3 you're probably wondering when we're going to get to the heart of the matter. You may also be wondering why Exposure Therapy doesn't seem to work with social phobia. For example, a man with a supermarket phobia simply has to visit the supermarket repeatedly, … Continue reading Anxiety: Blushing Part 4: The Problem of Self
