Well, my post is due in less than an hour (forgot; it was 100 degrees today…I forgot to breathe for a little while, too). Let’s see if I can play this off. This is something I do a lot, something that I recommend for all fiction writers. Flash fiction is fun, and challenging yourself keeps you sharp. So, I will give myself five minutes. Go. Continue reading “Wind Sprints”
Tag: writing exercise
Week 25 Flash Fiction Challenge: The Whale’s Tale
Me? I enjoy being a whale. I know, some of the other cetaceans have a few issues. Every once in a while, some poor schlub decides to end it all and tosses himself up on a beach somewhere.
I’m more easy-going about it. To me, life is good. Water’s nice—all the krill you can eat. What’s to stress over?
I don’t usually do this tourist-boat schtick, but mating season started a little early for my friend Wally, and he asked me to cover for him.
It’s not exactly challenging. Man, these people are really easily impressed. I’m thinking maybe I’ll do something a little different than Wally’s usual routine. See that lady over there with the camera and the little white dog? Watch this…
In 250 words or less, tell me a story incorporating the elements in the picture. The 250 word limit will be strictly enforced.
Please keep language and subject matter to a PG-13 level.
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Week 24 Flash Fiction Challenge Winner: Dick Waters
Today we’re pleased to announce the winner of the 24th weekly Flash Fiction competition at Indies Unlimited.
The winning entry is rewarded with a special feature here today and a place in our collection of winners which will be published as an e-book at year end.
A total of 40 votes were cast in the contest this week. The winner (with 40% of those votes) is Dick Waters.
Congratulations to Dick, and thanks to everyone who participated – excellent entries! Now, without further ado, here’s the winning entry: Continue reading “Week 24 Flash Fiction Challenge Winner: Dick Waters”
Week 24 Flash Fiction Challenge Poll
The time has arrived for IU readers to begin voting in this week’s Flash Fiction Competition. On behalf of the IU staff, I want to thank all the entrants for doing such a great job with the writing prompt and the merciless constraints of the exercise.
This week, there are 5 entries from which to choose. You may review the entries here. Please spread the word and encourage your friends to vote by using the share buttons at the bottom of the post!
The poll will be open until 5:00 PM (Pacific Daylight Time) Thursday
Vote for your favorite entry in the week 24 flash fiction challenge:
- Dick Waters (40%, 16 Votes)
- Ed Drury (25%, 10 Votes)
- Brian Beam (15%, 6 Votes)
- Neil L. Yuzuk (10%, 4 Votes)
- Mike Boggia (10%, 4 Votes)
Total Voters: 40
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