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The Anthropologist’s Daughter

The anthropologist sat cross-legged on the ashram floor, listening to a woman in saffron robes and a shorn head. A veil of serenity kissed the woman’s meth teeth and the… Read more »

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Should I Stop or Should I Go?

It was a dark and stormy night, sheets of rain angrily lashed on to Harold’s car which was hurtling down the deserted I-680; when his heart jumped at the shocking… Read more »

Fiction    #amwriting, bulwer-lytton, fiction, microfiction, purple prose, san jose state!

The Savant

“Seven minutes, Mommy’s dying.” Jason repeated. Trisha shut the burner. “Honey, relax! You’ve named the Presidents thrice.” Jason pulled in a hose and sprayed her. In another universe, Trisha was… Read more »

Fiction    #amwriting, fiction, microfiction, very short story

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

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writers of color!! we are back at it with the *second* annual Arthur Flowers Flash Fiction Prize! still open only to emerging writers of color, still free to enter, & winners still receive $500 and publication. submissions will be open from sep 5 to oct 9 🌹 pic.twitter.com/T9AY…

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I'm open to working on edits of individual micros and flash! I have so much fun working 1:1 with writers! Check out my rates at tommydeanwriter.com!

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One of the highlights of our India trip was my 9yo daughter playing gully cricket with the local boys and hitting a six on the first ball! pic.twitter.com/j12B…

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Walked the very streets my novel’s heroine would’ve walked in 1930s Pune. I couldn’t get a better picture, but this is the theater where she would’ve danced. Feeling slightly more confident about writing this novel now. #amwriting pic.twitter.com/JyRi…

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