Barry Fields

Stories exploring life and love

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Barry Fields is a writer who draws from myth and fairy tales, historical settings, and contemporary life. Whether a story has an element of magic or is firmy based in hard reality, his characters must resolve their conflicted relationships to grow.

A cozy writing nook with a notebook, pen, and a steaming cup of coffee by a window.
A cozy writing nook with a notebook, pen, and a steaming cup of coffee by a window.
Published Works

Twenty stories that explore the pains, joys, and surprises of human connection, all of them featured in literary magazines.

A stack of literary magazines with Barry Fields' stories highlighted on the covers.
A stack of literary magazines with Barry Fields' stories highlighted on the covers.
Upcoming Projects

A novel of betrayal and mystery is in progress.

About Barry

Barry Fields draws from his life, his work as a clinical psychologist, myth, and history to craft narratives rooted in the complexities and wonder of human relationships.

A cozy writing nook with a notebook, pen, and a steaming cup of coffee by a window overlooking a leafy North Carolina street.
A cozy writing nook with a notebook, pen, and a steaming cup of coffee by a window overlooking a leafy North Carolina street.
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Barry's stories capture the subtle emotions of everyday life with such honesty.

J. Lee

A cozy reading nook with a stack of short story collections and a steaming cup of tea.
A cozy reading nook with a stack of short story collections and a steaming cup of tea.

His background in psychology adds depth that makes each character come to life.

M. Cruz

An open notebook with handwritten story notes beside a pair of reading glasses.
An open notebook with handwritten story notes beside a pair of reading glasses.
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