Tag Archives: flash fiction
The Stars Under My Control
A harsh wind blew me down one night. And then, crack. My bones broke, my body bulged. Taller I grew until I was a giant’s giant! The stars sang. I plucked one from the sky, ate it, and then another. … Continue reading
I Remember
This is my “I Remember” that was submitted to Future Tense Books’ “I remember” Weekend Challenge. I remember ordering music videos on VHS and zines listed in free newspapers. I remember my friend and I never managed to put our … Continue reading
Last Night
I sat at the window and watched the world. Dark and bright, hidden and exposed, it’s the only time I can breathe, can think, can dream. I should probably have taken off my glasses, so I wouldn’t look like any … Continue reading
“Stain”
On Sunday, my flash fiction piece “Stain” went live at A cappella Zoo. I’m going to count this as my “story of the week.” She came to life with a port-wine stain on her right cheek. The mark of the … Continue reading
A cappella Zoo, Issue 4
A cappella Zoo, Spring 2010, is available now and includes my flash fiction piece “Stain.” Order a copy! “Stain” and four other works from the spring issue were recently reviewed in The Review Review by Vince Corvaia. I appreciate how … Continue reading
“Finisterre”
My short story “Finisterre” (Strange Horizons, August 10, 2009) made the British Fantasy Awards 2010 Longlist for Best Short Story. (The list is really, REALLY long.) Again, I want to thank whoever recommended it. Thank you! Six other stories published … Continue reading
A cappella Zoo, Issue 4 Spring 2010
Issue 4 of A cappella Zoo, in which my story “Stain” appears, is available for pre-order. Only $5 right now. You can see the full table of contents here.