Microfiction

Iran fires at what it perceives to be Israeli attack drones near the Isfahan nuclear and air base.
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — In retaliation for Tehran's unprecedented drone-and-missile assault on the nation, Iran launched air defenses early on Friday morning near the central city of Isfahan after spotting drones that were thought to be part of an Israeli attack.
By Samar2 years ago in Fiction
Damien. Content Warning.
Damien couldn't eat his breakfast. "Hey, munch. What's up?" He didn't want to tell her because he knew she'd worry. "Nothing," and he picked up his spoon and tried to eat some more of the porridge his mum had prepared.
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in Fiction
The Strata of Force
"Ask yourself, Do I have the timer, recording sheet, and the skittles?" "Yes.", said in unison response, even though it was meant to be a personal mental check.
By simplicity2 years ago in Fiction
The Almost Insurrectionist
A silent disguised call to arms. An equation unfully calculated. An affront ready to be met aggressively. A group, ready to be the iron fist of the general public. Injustice, will not stand. The noise rose up and hung around as a thick fog would.
By simplicity2 years ago in Fiction
Goldilicks
Link to the challenge: Note: Well, you all know the story. A girl ends up in a house trying out the food, furniture and the like while bears discover that their property has been tampered with. I just discovered a new way into this one that may suit the purposes of the challenge.
By Kendall Defoe 2 years ago in Fiction
Human Guinea Pig
In my second year of uni, I was stony broke. I was living on 25p packets of noodles, caffeine and bad sex. I donated sperm, which gave me a much needed cash injection. But the money ran out, as money tends to do.
By L.C. Schäfer2 years ago in Fiction
What Happens After
I wander through the neighbourhood after the sun has descended, exploring the changes that have occurred throughout the day.
By Colleen Millsteed 2 years ago in Fiction
The Forever Party
“Hey, Ralph, did you see that? I fell over, but I didn’t spill one drop of my beer. Guess I’m not that drunk after all.”
By Mark Gagnon2 years ago in Fiction
109 An Outrageously Slow News Day
On April 18, 1930, BBC News reported there was nothing to report. "There is no news," the announcer said. Piano music played for the remaining newscast.
By Gerard DiLeo2 years ago in Fiction
Is It A Yes?
It was Valentine’s Day, Matt asked Babs to marry her on their date. He was on his knees with the most gorgeous diamond ring in his hands. He was looking up to Babs with such lovey dovey eyes.
By Mariann Carroll2 years ago in Fiction
Vesuvio!. Content Warning.
I found this video to accompany my story. It might be a good thing, even for the soundtrack rather than the visual, to have on whilst reading to create an atmosphere:
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in Fiction
A Lady in Red. Top Story - April 2024.
Beware! Beware! Heed my tale! Don’t let the same fate befall you as those who fell before you. Don’t make the same mistake as those who have fallen for her. Beware! Beware!
By Mother Combs2 years ago in Fiction