tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60681445055602656742011-11-27T19:37:45.721-05:00A Flash Fiction Carnival is a blogging activity wherein participants write a flash fiction story between 500 - 1000 words based on a common theme. There will be a new theme posted at least once a month. Join us!bunnygirlnoreply@blogger.comBlogger401100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-4953272337294755372008-09-10T00:54:00.001-04:002008-09-10T00:54:52.492-04:00

Hello again!I'm sorry for the delay in starting this month's flash fiction carnival. Things got a little busy and I did not have time to put this together.If you're new to the Flash Fiction Carnivals, please see the FAQ and read Virginia's introductory post and the sidebar.The theme for this month's carnival is:    Memories    You have from Wed, Sep 10th, through the end of Sat, Sep 27th, to

The Daily Writerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901131643099211845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-31793779593387550812008-08-01T07:44:00.001-04:002008-08-01T07:44:23.393-04:00

Hello again!This is Glenn D'mello, your host for the August Flash Fiction Carnival.If you're new to the Flash Fiction Carnivals, please see the FAQ and read Virginia's introductory post and the sidebar.The theme for this month's carnival is:    Cheap    You have from Fri, Aug 1st, through the end of Sat, Aug 23rd, to finish your stories.All genres and all writers are welcome.To participate in the

The Daily Writerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901131643099211845noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-34306322455487792812008-07-26T23:52:00.000-04:002008-07-26T23:53:00.040-04:00

And here are the stories:The Day After Independence Day by L.J. Janik.L. J. gives us a glimpse of the lengths some people go to make the holidays a success.In Dependence Day by Bunnygirl.Bunnygirl asks: isn't it time to start celebrating our dependence on each other? in a piece set in the world of Steal Tomorrow.Stay tuned for next month's FFC right here on this blog.

The Daily Writerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901131643099211845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-82686444512914035552008-07-02T20:56:00.005-04:002008-07-02T21:00:42.715-04:00

Hello again!This is Glenn D'mello, your host for the July Flash Fiction Carnival.If you're new to the Flash Fiction Carnivals, please see the FAQ and read Virginia's introductory post and the sidebar.The theme for this month's carnival is:    Holiday    You have from Wed, Jul 2nd, through the end of Sat, Jul 19th, to finish your stories.All genres and all writers are welcome.To participate in the

The Daily Writerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901131643099211845noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-28798434523639542382008-06-26T00:13:00.006-04:002008-06-26T00:27:08.805-04:00

And here are the stories:Breakfast by Susan Helene Gottfried.Susan shows us why the no shirt, no service rule was instituted at a free breakfast buffet in this story from Trevor's Song Era.Oatmeal by Glenn D'mello.Glenn tells the tale of an unnamed character's introduction to a breakfast staple.Stay tuned for next month's FFC right here on this blog.

The Daily Writerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901131643099211845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-52584272147156206922008-05-31T23:50:00.000-04:002008-05-31T22:51:34.505-04:00

Hello!This is Glenn D'mello, your host for the June Flash Fiction Carnival.If you're new to the Flash Fiction Carnivals, please see the FAQ and read Virginia's introductory post and the sidebar.The theme for this month's carnival is:BreakfastYou have from Sun, Jun 1st, through the end of Sat, June 21st, to finish your stories.All genres and all writers are welcome.To participate in the June FFC:

The Daily Writerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901131643099211845noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-63585366358283135962008-04-24T09:45:00.004-04:002008-04-24T20:06:22.091-04:00

The wonderful and talented Susan Helene Gottfried of West of Mars has agreed to help with some of our future flash fiction carnivals. I've been told that the lovely Gwen Mitchell will also assist, but we could use a few more volunteers to rotate duties.This isn't a very onerous gig-- just think of a theme, post the theme and deadline, then post the links to the stories. Think of it as a good

bunnygirlnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-974504782935501652008-04-18T05:55:00.001-04:002008-04-19T02:00:13.418-04:00

Thanks for your patience, everyone. I also want to thank our writers for participating this month. It's a crazy one for both me and BunnyGirl, so we're just glad that you folks are still coming around and writing with us.The beautiful and talented Ms Gwen Mitchell will be hosting the May FFC in her Writer's Retreat blog as BG and I will be really feeling the craziness of our work lives then. I

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-71841465102608916332008-04-18T04:48:00.004-04:002008-04-18T17:48:35.511-04:00

Mr Watson included an author's note which I feel should be read prior to reading his flash: This piece takes place during the Rhodesian Bush War (1964-1979), also known as the Second Chimurenga, in which various guerilla organizations sought to overthrow the white minority government of Rhodesia in southern Africa and replace it with a majority government. ZANLA was one such guerilla group, and

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-12891129144219942732008-04-05T05:30:00.001-04:002008-04-05T05:38:51.911-04:00

Sorry for the delay. Big changes are occurring in my life and as I could not find a host for April, I got behind.At any rate, the rules for the April FFC are as follows:1. There is a shorter writing span of TEN DAYS rather than two weeks. I apologize for this, but that is how it needs to be for this month. Hopefully May will be more normal. At any rate, your flash to be hosted here in the FFC

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-32944559050633773232008-03-22T00:27:00.010-04:002008-03-23T10:24:44.867-04:00

Ah, Spring! When a writer’s thoughts turn to…Flash Fiction!Okay, so it’s not Spring yet in everyone’s corner of the world, but if you’re in the Northern Hemisphere, it’s definitely around the corner, and here are a few new stories to get you in the mood:Redemption by Eaton Bennett Approach of Spring by Susan Helene GottfriedEaster Eggs by Susan Helene GottfriedSaying Goodbye by Heather

bunnygirlnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-46165540692555509032008-03-14T07:30:00.003-04:002008-03-14T07:51:46.930-04:00

When I chose the theme Letters and/or Numbers, I wasn't sure if I'd get much response. I couldn't have been more wrong. We ended up with a baker's dozen and at least a third of those I credit to Gwen Mitchell's influence. So THANKS, GWEN! You helped make this month's FFC a success.Four stories are being hosted here at the FFC 2008 blog. Comments are open, so please share your thoughts. The

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-61794546268424794462008-03-14T07:22:00.001-04:002008-03-14T07:26:09.154-04:00

Numerologyby orion_mk3The man was seated on the concrete lip of a planter, as he often was, paying no attention to the passing students and merrily belting out a tune with harmonica and washboard. The board at his feet often contained a message—Carrie could recall it saying "time well wasted" a few weeks ago, and the other day it had read "the devil always leaves the porch light on."Today, though

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-5912573343751791652008-03-14T07:18:00.000-04:002008-03-14T07:18:44.168-04:00

THE KNOCKOFFby Richard BadalamenteMolly hung her purse over the ear on the back of her chair rail, making sure the Gucci logo was on the outside where everyone could see it.Janice stared at the purse. Hmm, nine hundred bucks.The bus boy came to the table with water. Molly kept talking while she checked him out. As he was walking away she turned to Janice and said in a stage whisper, “Nice butt.”

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-61395076956240109792008-03-14T07:16:00.001-04:002008-03-14T07:32:22.664-04:00

Sacrificing Her Child by Padma NarayanaswamySita has no other alternative but to kill her son. The child who has suckled her breast drinking the very blood of her life has to be put away. She looked the last time at him.He has taken after her, and looked pretty handsome for his age. He was just a toddler and looked at her with a confidence that a child has for his mother that she will protect him

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-44870383359692454952008-03-07T23:37:00.007-05:002008-12-09T22:02:02.837-05:00

Is it Spring yet where you are? If not, it will be soon and what better time than now to start thinking about March holidays and the start of a bright new season?Here are a few Spring Holiday Themes to get you thinking:* Vernal (Spring) Equinox* Spring Break* St Patrick's Day* EasterOf course, you may have other holidays you're celebrating this month or the changing of the season might be

bunnygirlnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-68183297640314007372008-02-27T07:32:00.007-05:002008-02-28T15:59:42.181-05:00

First off, please excuse my not getting this posted sooner. I went to bed early last evening and actually managed to sleep through the night for once.Now then, the theme for March is LETTERS and/or NUMBERS.By letters, I mean alphabet letters. This can take you anywhere you can imagine and follow any genre. The numbers can be numerals of any flavor. Arabic numerals, Roman numerals, Mayan ones. Or

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-91088126275134285882008-02-19T11:59:00.002-05:002008-02-19T12:06:44.969-05:00

DO YOU CRAVE POWER?Are you interested in having a group of writers follow your lead? Do you feel up to the challenge of creating a theme for the next Flash Fiction Carnival? Finally, are you willing to put forth the time and effort to promote the FFC you host and gather the permalinks and stories to be hosted here at the FFC 2008 blog and then post them on the expected day? Shoot me an email and

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-87413626612549516342008-02-14T00:02:00.016-05:002008-02-14T14:04:03.292-05:00

Welcome to the Valentine's Day Flash Fiction Carnival!As humorist Will Cuppy pointed out, "love...is very peculiar and could well do with more study."So here's your chance! Whether you're a romantic, a cynic or just a wee bit strange, we have goodies for you!Today's tales include stories of love lost...Moonlight's Gift by Thomma LynA Standing Appointment by Gwen MitchellLove Everlasting by

bunnygirlnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-72384924626592506532008-02-14T00:01:00.001-05:002008-02-14T00:49:46.638-05:00

In a cloud-shrouded sky, the sliver of a winter moon hid from the dark below. On an icy ridge an ancient castle stood hard by, shouldering the weight of time and snow.Within, cold gray dust lay. Earth dust, moon dust, grave dust. Dust that was old when Carthage fell. Nothing moved in the cold still air save a gentle rippling in the mirrored hall.A faint glow brightened; the castle’s mistress

bunnygirlnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-65671979574963204402008-02-14T00:00:00.001-05:002008-02-14T13:59:36.575-05:00

It was cold, snowy, wet. Again. Stella and Luke didn't have big plans, each having spent the past 12 hours working downtown at their respective offices, and via cell phone they decided to get Thai for dinner at the BYOB place close to home. They agreed to drop their stuff off at the condo, grab beers from the fridge, and walk the three blocks to the restaurant. Never mind that it was Valentine's

bunnygirlnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-88977939901514291232008-02-09T15:59:00.000-05:002008-02-09T16:57:44.249-05:00

Welcome to the February Flash Fiction Carnival. I want to thank the writers who ran with the theme and sent in stories after just a week of writing time. I had no idea if this theme would work or not, but I'm very gratified that you all gave it a go.HOORAY!Now then, to business. Two stories are being hosted here at the FFC 2008 blog and the others are posted in the respective author's blog.

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-86274194290528978162008-02-09T15:39:00.000-05:002008-02-09T16:22:52.552-05:00

Good Enough, Close Enoughby Genevieve Waller"Robert, we have to leave as soon as possible. Tonight. They know you're here and they're going to be coming for us soon.""I know, but I just can't decide which ones to take.""You can't take any of them. Don't you realize that by now? Most of those images are too incriminating to survive. At the very least, they'll confiscate the negatives as we try to

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-75726350555893818442008-02-01T00:49:00.000-05:002008-02-09T22:14:07.433-05:00

The February FFC is LIVE ! ! !COWARDICEI'm changing things up a bit for this FFC because of BunnyGirl's Valentine's FFC. Here we go:1. You have SEVEN DAYS to write. The deadline is MIDNIGHT, February 7th, Eastern Standard Time.2. The word count should NOT exceed 750 words, but 500 would be better.3. Any genre is acceptable. Use this opportunity to stretch a bit if you wish. Get out of your

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-6340716266663045962008-02-01T00:47:00.000-05:002008-01-30T09:33:36.560-05:00

It's almost Valentine's Day, and you know what that means!Another holiday-themed Flash Fiction Carnival!Anyone who wants to join is welcome. Requirements are as follows:Must be 1200 words or less, 1000 or less strongly preferred.Must have a Valentine's/Love theme of some sort. It can be love gone bad, but the theme has to be in there somewhere.Must be fiction (duh).Can be old or new, posted on

bunnygirlnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-49868496918153580762008-01-31T13:33:00.000-05:002008-01-21T03:28:53.280-05:00

Now it's true that BunnyGirl is going to do our special holiday themed FFCs, but we still need a host for February's regular FFC. If no one steps up, I can do it, but since the point is to get folks involved, I'd prefer to have someone else host.Holler at me via my email link over to the right or leave a comment below with an email addy so I can get in touch with you if you're interested.THANKS!

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-52655685452364761302008-01-29T13:16:00.000-05:002008-12-09T22:02:03.354-05:00

I blogged about Patry Francis a while back. She's a writer whose book, Liar's Diary, is coming out this week in paperback. She also has cancer, as I did not so long ago. Patry is, I believe, an Everywoman. She worked and took care of her family, all the while, toiling away at her book. Everything I read about her by people who've met her and known her for some time is positive. That's rare, that

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-9479194275073120982008-01-21T10:15:00.000-05:002008-01-21T12:23:12.133-05:00

Thank you, one and all, for submitting your stories!Now here's the deal:Read the lovely stories that everyone has written!Comment on every participating story as there are only eleven flashes in this FFC. Our policy:Participants are expected to comment on their fellow writers' stories and to be constructive in their criticism. A pat on one's figurative headbone is swell, but an honest critique is

Arachne Jerichonoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-61274896118618803482008-01-20T22:34:00.001-05:002008-01-21T03:22:12.294-05:00

FORCEPS© Caleb MarkThe developments that had occurred to his anatomy were unexplainable. Each cell seemed to have a mind of its own, knitting together a form that would last for decades.Some recent changes were evident on his exterior. Lanugo, once present all over his body, now only grew on his upper arms and shoulders. In the past few weeks he had added a considerable amount of body fat. The

Arachne Jerichonoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-35814990531573645372008-01-20T22:33:00.001-05:002008-01-21T03:28:00.366-05:00

Spirit Twins © Gayle HedringtonJoyce jumped out of the water giving a shriek. "Did a fish bit you?" The handsome Beach Man asked."Something did." She hoped he did not notice her blushing. Whatever bit her did so, right on her crotch. She wondered if the creature sensed her sexual excitement, brought on by Mr. Beach Man. He had that affect on her."Where did he bite you?" His voice echoing genuine

Arachne Jerichonoreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-22698539236715577512008-01-20T22:32:00.001-05:002008-01-21T03:15:06.071-05:00

The New Jacket © Dante PersechinoPicture if you can. Not, shopping for ‘dress” clothes for about six years. Try to fathom what a nightmare it would be. To load up the kids and head on down to the “Mall” area, to shop. Well, that is the situation that my wife and I were in, when one of my relatives died.I know it sounds selfish. But one of my greatest fears had come true, the moment one of my

Arachne Jerichonoreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-28293406673331860392008-01-20T22:30:00.001-05:002008-01-21T03:02:44.047-05:00

The Getaway By William M. Edwards Copyright 2008“If you could kill somebody, and know with 100% certainty you would get away with it, who would you kill?” Harrison asked Tom, his neighbor at the long mahogany bar that curved gracefully into a circle in the middle of the elaborately detailed facsimile of an Irish pub. The insanely aggressive air conditioning also made the soupy New Orleans air

Arachne Jerichonoreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-62847927844344211702008-01-14T13:41:00.000-05:002008-01-14T13:50:59.684-05:00

I am happy to announce that the intelligent, beautiful, and talented BunnyGirl has agreed to join the FFC 2008 team as host for our holiday themed flashes.WATCH THIS SPACE for her announcements about holiday flash specifics.WELCOME BUNNYGIRL ! ! !

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-35898767377731354292008-01-13T13:53:00.000-05:002008-01-13T13:54:46.987-05:00

Are you interested in having a group of writers follow your lead? Do you feel up to the challenge of creating a theme for the next Flash Fiction Carnival? Finally, are you willing to put forth the time and effort to promote the FFC you host and gather the permalinks and stories to be hosted here at the FFC 2008 blog and then post them on the expected day? Shoot me an email and volunteer!Seriously

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-17429764288077038482008-01-11T07:35:00.000-05:002008-01-11T07:38:15.404-05:00

I've got something in mind for my FFC post. I aim to get it up next week.How's your story coming along? I can't wait to read it.

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-68977132257881500662008-01-06T17:43:00.000-05:002008-01-06T17:53:15.204-05:00

I just took a gander at the stats map and I'm happy to report there is interest from all corners of the globe. That's just GREAT!We have interest from writers all over Canada and the USA, and a good many flashers from Australia, Ireland, and the UK. Japan, Israel, Germany, Sweden and more have all come in to have a look at the theme post, the FAQ, and my general silliness.I hope all of you join

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-12350591969030245362008-01-03T00:04:00.000-05:002008-01-21T04:02:17.355-05:00

The stories and links are LIVE! Go! READ!Hello!This is Arachne Jericho, your hostess for 2008's January Flash Fiction Carnival.If you're new to Flash Fiction Carnivals, please see the FAQ and read Virginia's intro post and the sidebar. PLEASE ask questions in the comments if you have them. Other people likely have them as well.The theme for this carnival is:NEWYou may write in your preferred

Arachne Jerichonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-89038484922719259472008-01-02T22:31:00.000-05:002008-01-07T11:14:05.612-05:00

What is a Flash Fiction Carnival?In a Flash Fiction Carnival, participating writers write and post a flash fiction story in their blog based on the theme chosen by the FFC host for that carnival. Flash fiction stories are short, usually limited to 500 - 1000 words, though each carnival will have its own specific word count range per the FFC host's guidelines.Each person involved in the carnival

Arachne Jerichonoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-6462096647297131982008-01-02T01:52:00.000-05:002008-01-02T01:53:26.376-05:00

The lovely and talented Arachne Jericho has volunteered to be the host for January's FFC.Huzzah! Hurrah! O frabjous day! We have ourselves a host!It is yet to be determined when the theme and guidelines will be posted, but I have a feeling it will be soon, so make certain to return before too long.I'll be looking for hosts for the upcoming months as well, so do keep us in mind if you are inclined

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6068144505560265674.post-58915616805013816662008-01-01T00:00:00.000-05:002007-12-31T17:13:26.936-05:00

Because everyone who blogs does not have a specific blog dedicated just to their creative writing, I decided to create a blog dedicated to Flash Fiction Carnivals. Why? Simplicity.Writers who wish to participate will have one central location in which they will find the current theme for a FFC. For now I envision no more than two FFCs to be running at a time. One will be the regular monthly

Virginia Leenoreply@blogger.com6