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The Night Watchman

  Last night, she claimed another victim. He jumped off the roof, like she had ten years back. I took up this job to stay close to her. But the… Read more »

Fiction    #amwriting, fiction, ghost story, microfiction

Coming of Age

The butcher’s son stood behind the wooden block and bit his nails. A thin stream of sweat trickled down his forehead. Thud! His father heaved an unconscious goat on to… Read more »

Fiction    #amwriting, coming of age, envelop, fiction, flash fiction, love story, tide, wind, writing prompts

Dragon

Written for another #vss365 prompt – “Dragon” Kim had come a long way. From being called “fatty” and “useless” to being the best laksa chef in town. Now she ground… Read more »

Fiction    #amwriting, #vss365, dragon, fiction, micro-fiction

When Life gives you Lemons

On the next full moon night, cut a lemon in half. Sprinkle some turmeric and chant the magic words I’ve taught you.

Fiction    #amwriting, #vss365, fiction, lemon, microfiction. very short story, twitter stories, when life gives you lemons

To Clara, with Love

“Maybe this writers’ residency is coming at a good time.” I wiped my tears. “I’ll figure this out when I’m back, promise.” I pointed at the cardboard boxes against Mama’s wall. …. Read more »

Fiction    #amwriting, fiction, flash fiction, ghost stories, grief, longing, paranormal stories, writing prompts

Not all Love is the Same

The Micro-story-palooza continues! Yesterday’s prompt was “Love” (obviously!) Read on… And then she was born. Sonnets became lullabies, roses and chocolates gave way to diapers and bottles, long waits in… Read more »

Fiction    #amwriting, #vss365, fiction or nonfiction, love, love story, microprose, microstories, parenting, valentine's day, very short story

Jerk Seasoning

Ginger and nutmeg rasped rhythmically against the grater. Sweet cinnamon soothed the fiery allspice. Thyme and lime for that tang you liked.

Fiction    #amwriting, #vss365, fiction, jerk, love, microfiction, seasoning

Zeitgeist

“For the spring collection,” Kat’s voice made the meeting room stifle. “I want the zeitgeist of 1940s Europe.” Neil doodled on his sketchpad. So War? Death? Poverty?

Fiction    #amwriting, #vss365, 1940s Europe, fashion, fiction, microfiction, microstory, zeitgeist

United Forever

This story was inspired (loosely) by a monument dedicated to the Moorish poet Ibn Zaydun and his lady love, Princess Vallada, in Cordoba, Spain

Fiction    #amwriting, #vss365, fiction, microfiction, microstories, poison, writing prompts

Dear John

Soon we will be in bed. You will kiss my forehead and turn away, to your phone.

I will pretend to read, but really look at your graying head until I fall asleep.

Fiction    #amwriting, #vss365, alien, fiction, microfiction, microstory, short story, writing prompts

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Powerful work up at @JellyfishReview review today. Don’t miss this! twitter.com/Jellyfis…

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I have a little flash in @MoriaOnline’s Fall Issue. “For Two Blue Lines” was born in @kathyfish’s #FastFlash workshop (I’ve always wanted to say this, eek!) earlier this year. AND it’s been nominated for Best MicroFiction 2020! Many thanks to the editors! moriaonline.com/issu…

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