Good morning, and Merry Christmas Eve! The holidays are here, and with them comes a busy schedule for most of us, filled with family get-togethers, Christmas parties, work gatherings and a whole slew of other festivities. Usually, this means less time to write. However, some of us enjoy time off of work/school and might have a little … More Holidays and Flash Fiction Contest
Minimalism has turned our society upside down. Apple products have left consumers spellbound by their simplicity. Room decor has become increasingly elegant. Web designers succeed or fail depending on how effortless their websites are to navigate. What might be less obvious, however, are the ways in which minimalism has infiltrated our art. For instance, sparse … More Flash Fiction and Minimalism
In the past, we’ve discussed how Flash Fiction is narrative. As such, it must encapsulate all the components of a longer piece of fiction. Today, I’d like to look at an opposing- or perhaps a complementary -view. In David Shield’s ingenious book, “Reality Hunger,” he talks about Flash Fiction, or “short-shorts” as he calls them, … More MPWs, a Metric for Great Flash Fiction
Afternoon, Folks! As the deadline for our contest approaches, I thought I’d post a Flash Fiction story of my own for inspiration. I hope you enjoy this 110-word story! He’s A Stickler for Details There was one e-mail in my inbox. FROM: Coach Hansen. My throat tightened. My football coach was also my Sophomore English Teacher. In order … More
