Microfiction

Placing Wagers
This story is part of the Vocal + Assist on Facebook Lost in a Story Challenge. You can learn more about it here: There is a foreword to this tale, which was born of a shared enjoyment of the wonderful film of The Princess Bride. This short piece was written as collaborative piece between myself and Mother Combs.
By Hannah Moore2 years ago in Fiction
After
The Prompt Convey a deep conversation between two individuals without uttering a single word aloud. The music is "Marooned" by Wire from the album "Chairs Missing"
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in Fiction
Chicken Bake Date
At Costco, a woman is moving her cart along with that of a very handsome lean man. She is pretty good-looking too, reminds me a little of Cameron Diaz. They are about the same age, probably in their late 40s. The woman is side-eyeing the man but he doesn’t seem to note. He is on a mission to fill up his cart as soon as possible and get out of here.
By Lana V Lynx2 years ago in Fiction
Unspoken Grey. Runner-Up in Unspoken Challenge.
A man hurries to the red postbox at the end of his road. He is late today and the woman is walking away, barely perceptible through opaque sheets of rain. Against the grey concrete and relentless downpour, the crimson umbrella identifies her, bobbing along further into the distance until the grey swallows her.
By Teresa Renton2 years ago in Fiction
Goliath Retold: The Galactic Interdiction
“Comm Center to Earth recon, report,” said the starship Admiral into the open microphone at the center of the conference table.
By J. S. Wade2 years ago in Fiction
Harmony Unearthed
In a quaint village nestled between emerald hills and whispering trees, there lived a community that had long coexisted with the natural world. Every breeze carried the laughter of children, and the rivers hummed ancient lullabies as they wound through the heart of the village. Life flowed like the stream, harmoniously entwined with the environment that cradled its existence.
By Ragavi2 years ago in Fiction
Ancient Wisdom and Modern Discoveries
Science and the Quran: Ancient Wisdom and Modern Discoveries Introduction: Science and religion have often been perceived as opposing forces, with many believing that the two cannot coexist harmoniously. However, when we delve into the Quran, the holy book of Islam, we find numerous verses that seem to echo the discoveries of modern science, shedding light on the idea that what science is saying now, has been said in the Holy Quran long ago. This article explores some striking examples of scientific knowledge in the Quran and highlights how these revelations align with contemporary scientific understanding.
By Abdullah Rajon2 years ago in Fiction
Life after death is a concept
Life after death is a concept that has fascinated and perplexed humanity for millennia. Different cultures, religions, and philosophies offer a wide range of beliefs and theories about what happens to a person's consciousness or soul after their physical body ceases to exist. In this discussion, we will explore some of the prominent ideas and perspectives on life after death within the allotted word limit.
By Abdullah Rajon2 years ago in Fiction
Between Light and Shadow
Do you mean like the shade of a tree where people huddle under during a scorching day to find relief? Or something less tangible but more potent and sacred, like the line dividing right and wrong?
By Amethyst Champagne2 years ago in Fiction
Today And Yesterday In One Story
I wish I may, I wish I might feel alright, all better tonight! My personnal directions for a spell: "2 Cups For Improving Your Health And Feeling GREAT" (all you'll need is 2 large cups, water, 1 pencil, 1 piece of tape, and 1 large piece of paper. Spend just 5 minutes doing this simple ritual every day as an aid in improving your health… and feeling better than ever!)
By Denise E Lindquist2 years ago in Fiction
Window Talk
Jimmie was sitting at his bay window in his desk chair in his bedroom, upset that he was grounded for stealing an Almond Joy candy bar from the convenience store earlier this morning. He knew it would be a long two weeks confined to his bedroom. His father had removed all the electronics from his room earlier to reinforce his punishment. He only had his books, pens, markers, and paper.
By Mother Combs2 years ago in Fiction
Me? How?
The Prompt Convey a deep conversation between two individuals without uttering a single word aloud. Me? How? Those eyes. Pleading. It is time. Though It is always time.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in Fiction