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This is for the Microfiction Magic Challenge. You can read about it in The Link. The Prompt: Write a micro-fiction story in just 50 to 100 words

By Mike Singleton - MikeydredPublished about a year ago 1 min read
Top Story - May 2023
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The computer was getting slower

He wasn't sure whether it was the broadband connection or the innards of the device.

He needed this to work correctly to get the application finished or he wouldn't get paid.

If he didn't get paid he could not eat or pay his rent.

The computer had ground to a complete halt.

He couldn't afford to buy a new one, he needed to fix it.

Reluctantly he took the side of the computer and he saw the problem.

The hamster had died!!

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Mike Singleton - Mikeydred

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  1. Excellent storytelling

    Original narrative & well developed characters

  2. Eye opening

    Niche topic & fresh perspectives

  3. Heartfelt and relatable

    The story invoked strong personal emotions

  1. Compelling and original writing

    Creative use of language & vocab

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    Well-structured & engaging content

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  • L.C. Schäfer12 months ago

    + ERROR + + SPIN WHEEL TO RE-BOOT+ 😁😁😁😁

  • Sarah Danaher12 months ago

    yeah had to get my fixed too, and rewrite an entire story. well done

  • J. Jay12 months ago

    Dang... That hamster is symbolic. Well done.

  • Phil Flannery12 months ago

    That's funny

  • Donna Fox (HKB)12 months ago

    What a great story Mike! I wasn't ready for the twist at the end, well done!

  • J. S. Wade12 months ago

    😂 Time to update ! Good one Mike.

  • IZE PK FILMS12 months ago

    Great work 👏🏼

  • Misty Rae12 months ago

    That damn hampster! Well done! ❤️

  • Kim Loostrom12 months ago

    Great voice coming through and love the ending! A fun read!

  • JBaz12 months ago

    Lol…I don’t think I need to say more.

  • Ahamed Thousif12 months ago

    This is amazing... Nice work!!!

  • Dean F. Hardy12 months ago

    Congrats Mike. Gave me a chuckle.

  • Alveena Bibi12 months ago

    Oh My God😅😅😅

  • Congratulations 🎉🎈

  • Obiageli Nwankwo12 months ago

    Short and succint

  • Heather Hubler12 months ago

    Congratulations on Top Story!

  • SAVIOUR THOMAS12 months ago

    Nice one😌

  • Leslie Writes12 months ago

    Lol 😂 well played!

  • Melissa Ingoldsby12 months ago

    Ingenious brother, congratulations on top story 😀❤️

  • Doina Bozman12 months ago

    I love it !

  • Lynn Anderson 12 months ago

    If only it were that simple. Congrats on a TS.

  • Cezanne Libellen12 months ago

    Lol. That was unexpected!!

  • Paul Stewart12 months ago

    Congrats on a well-deserved Top Story! made me chuckle!

  • Dana Stewart12 months ago

    Congratulations on Top Story, Mike!

  • Naomi Gold12 months ago

    Good one! 🥂

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