Contests and anthologies are a great way to get published, build a bio, and gain experience working with editors and publishers. Here’s how to make your story stand out: An Intriguing Title Don’t give the story away (“Morris Saves the Continue Reading
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5 Tips for Writing a Great Short Story
Guest post contributed by Eliot Gilbert. I think my first short story was something entitled The Monster Drinks Some Coffee. It chronicled the life of a dog named Lucy — my dog at the time — and her zany adventures Continue Reading
Why I Write Short Fiction: A Guest Post by Marc Nash
This guest post is courtesy of Marc Nash. Though I didn’t start writing Flash as a deliberate act; rather, I was filling in the time between publishing novels with fresh writing. Having written nearly 200 flash stories, I’m now very Continue Reading
Short Story Contest #4: A Big Blue Hole
Double post Friday! Guess what–we’re having another short story contest! Hurray 🙂 This week’s prompt is a photo, courtesy of KaanaBelize.com: Keep your word count at 1500! The story can be funny, dark, romantic, dramatic, or anything you want. We will not Continue Reading
Short Story Contest #3: Hope You’re All Happy
After a few weeks’ break, we’re having another short story contest! Hurray hurray 🙂 This week’s prompt is a quote, and you’re going to be starting your story with it: “I hope you’re all happy, because now I’m gonna _______.” Continue Reading
3 Tips for a Great Short Story
A good short story keeps you company during a coffee or tea break, brings a smile to your face, makes you feel and think a little differently. But a great short story? A great short story makes you read as Continue Reading