Microfiction

Pulse
It was a mistake to look back … then again it was a mistake to look forward too. When I was struck by lightning while playing golf, I found I woke up with the ability to travel in time. That's when I became Pulse.
By Savannah K. Wilson2 years ago in Fiction
The Facilitator
She put her head in her hands. Another disappointment. How do you win? "You don't," a voice said from behind her. "That's not your role."
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in Fiction
Mistress Cybella
A high school assembly took place after the winter break, and the school's principal, Dr. Dawn Richards, made her presence felt.
By Clyde E. Dawkins2 years ago in Fiction
Beware of Women in Athleisure Wear. Content Warning.
They were thin and hungry when their (loving) father led them deep into the forest. Two days later, they're weary, dehydrated and thoroughly lost.
By L.C. Schäfer2 years ago in Fiction
Are You Compromising or Conceding? A Relationship Reality Check.
We often hear that compromise is key to a healthy relationship. But what if, sometimes, giving in is actually giving up? It may seem counterintuitive, but there are instances when compromising can be detrimental to a relationship. So how do we know when it's time to hold our ground, and when it's time to give way?
By Subhasri Devaraj2 years ago in Fiction
No Greater Hive of Scum and Villainy. Top Story - August 2024.
She crawled out of the ooze of endless bureaucracy... A week's long stay in the hospital couldn't kill her. The poking, the prodding, the needles, the beeping machines, the tasteless meals, the flapping gown with her nether regions slapping in the wind - they transformed her into something not recognizable. Quack doctors coming in to sneak fees onto her bill for “consultations.” The experimental drugs, the interruptions of sleep cycle... Come on, people, no one needs to be woken up that bleeping early for meds!
By Meredith Harmon2 years ago in Fiction
Death by Drowning. Content Warning.
The sun shone down on the lake as Cynthia gazed out over the water. By the distance from the bottom edge of the sun to the water's edge , she knew that it'd be only 2 hours until sundown.
By Adora Hooper2 years ago in Fiction
Florist Impressions. Second Place in Epic Beginnings Challenge.
In her shop Claire admired her creation. Lavender, violet carnations, calla lilies, aubergine roses. Not bad for an English major, she thought.
By kateresa2 years ago in Fiction
236 Breathing Free
Mission Control: Hello, Captain Murphy. We're sorry for the unscheduled landing on Bartels-3. We also realize there's been some damage to your navigation portal interface, meaning that successful return to the Lagrange Point ship remains impossible until the patch is downloaded to your craft.
By Gerard DiLeo2 years ago in Fiction
Glass Half-Empty
"Alright, Mr. Glassphemy, is it?" "Just Glassphemy." "Alright, Glassphemy, thank you for meeting with the Rogues and Villains of Tomorrow Admissions Board."
By Bethany Yoder2 years ago in Fiction
Splice
The lights in the bar were low, the corner table dimmer than most due to a blown globe. A red-haired woman leaned forward, the large scar running down her face visible in the half-light now.
By Savannah K. Wilson2 years ago in Fiction
Unconditional Love
She said, "I'd follow you anywhere," when they were in the first throes of love, and he believed her. And their love was strong in the beginning.
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in Fiction