I've been inspired to start writing again so am challenging myself to write a story, poem or essay every day until Christmas. No procrastinating or editing. Just get it done. Here goes. Not just for kids anymore. No simple image behind a cardboard door. Instead, it's chocolates, jams, coffee and candy, Whisky, beer, wine and… Continue reading Advent Tale
Category: Flash Fiction
Seaside Memories
The annual Weston-Super-Mare trip has been a family tradition for fifty years. It follows the same routine, come rain or shine: crazy golf, the pier, chips on the beach, sandcastles and a paddle. But my favourite part comes after the other day trippers have left. We walk up to the rock pools where we watch… Continue reading Seaside Memories
Close to You
Okay, I'm trying to get back into writing (again) with the help of my friend, Dawn, who's training to be a life coach. Obviously, I'm taking full advantage of the free sessions she needs to do to pass her course... So, in the smallest first step ever, here is a new Three Line Tale: 'Frank?'… Continue reading Close to You
Here I Go Again…
It's been A WHOLE YEAR since I last visited Barbed Words. In my defence, it's been a very busy year. I moved house, changed jobs...actually, that's pretty much it so, let's face it, I've just been rubbish. Anyway, not much writing has occurred, despite having joined a new writing club. Unless writing Twitter posts count?… Continue reading Here I Go Again…
Keeper of the Castle #FridayFictioneers
‘Oh my god! I swear I just saw a face at that window! Oooh, maybe the castle’s haunted?’ Tiff gave a theatrical shiver. ‘Or maybe you’ve been watching too much Supernatural?’ said Chloe. ‘Let’s go in and have a look round. Look, that doorway over there isn’t boarded up properly.’ ‘Bloody hell!’ Tiff stepped in… Continue reading Keeper of the Castle #FridayFictioneers
Thinking About You
‘A party?? No way; you’ve got exams coming up. You need to start buckling down and thinking about your future.’ I stopped the car and Lizzy opened the passenger door. ‘Oh my god, you won’t let me do anything. I hate you!’ She slammed the door and, dragging her rucksack on the ground behind her,… Continue reading Thinking About You
Heart of Rome
Rio was banging on again about his favourite topic: himself. ‘Obviously, I’m the principal figure as I represent America.’ ‘I’m sick of your incessant claptrap,’ said Dan. 'You won't be so important once a tangerine buffoon destroys your precious America.' 'That's the leader of the free world you're talking about. Just watch your goddamn mouth.' 'Surely Angela Merkel’s… Continue reading Heart of Rome
Another One Bites the Dust…Worst Honeymoon Ever #FridayFictioneers #flashfiction
'I knew those bloody snails were a mistake,' croaked Benjy’s new stepfather from the ensuite before vomiting again. 'I had them and I’m fine,' said Mum. ‘Maybe it was all that brandy?’ Benjy bounced out of bed and grabbed a book. 'Read me Wimpy Kid!' 'Wow, you’re hyper. Did you take your meds?' Benjy nodded.… Continue reading Another One Bites the Dust…Worst Honeymoon Ever #FridayFictioneers #flashfiction
N is for 9 to 5 #AtoZChallenge
What the hell was that racket? It sounded like a goddamn lion fighting a flock of eagles. I looked at my phone: 5am. My head pounded. Last night's leaving party had gotten messy, with tequila, karaoke and an ill-advised snog with Eddie from the mailroom. Christ, the noise was that stupid dragon clock from Franklin, my… Continue reading N is for 9 to 5 #AtoZChallenge
