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Author : James Thomas
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1992-07-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780393308839
"These stories are not merely flashes in the pan; there's pay dirt here!" ―DeWitt Henry, editor of Ploughshares
Author : James Thomas,Robert Shapard,Christopher Merrill
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2015-04-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780393352429
A dazzling new anthology of the very best very short fiction from around the world. What is a flash fiction called in other countries? In Latin America it is a micro, in Denmark kortprosa, in Bulgaria mikro razkaz. These short shorts, usually no more than 750 words, range from linear narratives to the more unusual: stories based on mathematical forms, a paragraph-length novel, a scientific report on volcanic fireflies that proliferate in nightclubs. Flash has always—and everywhere—been a form of experiment, of possibility. A new entry in the lauded Flash and Sudden Fiction anthologies, this collection includes 86 of the most beautiful, provocative, and moving narratives by authors from six continents, including best-selling writer Etgar Keret, Zimbabwean writer Petina Gappah, Korean screenwriter Kim Young-ha, Nobel Prize winner Czeslaw Milosz, and Argentinian “Queen of the Microstory” Ana María Shua, among many others. These brilliantly chosen stories challenge readers to widen their vision and celebrate both the local and the universal.
Author : Krisztina Csiki
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2020-06-29
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798656201247
At 68, Meriel is trying to find her artistic voice and to discover things she should have at a much younger age. Her son, Philip is struggling with loss and to this day, hasn't come to terms with his mother's emotional distance. Samuel has taken refuge in a small English seaside town to escape the demons of his past.Unavoidable encounters and inescapable realizations result in the unfolding of their respective fates and events that will leave them all shattered.The story builds on human relationships and the mistakes which make us miserable, but which will, eventually, lead to understanding.
Author : Beth Gilstrap
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1636280013
From the brokenhearted to the afflicted, the women in these often macabre stories fight like hell to find their voices and survive the darkness inherent in the modern South.
Author : James Thomas,Robert Shapard
Publisher : W. W. Norton
Page : 237 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0393328023
An anthology of bite-sized tales represents the work of some of today's best fiction writers and includes Rick Moody's definition of an armoire, Lydia Davis's sojourn into the world of cats, and Dave Eggers's exploration of narrow escapes. Original.
Author : Lincoln Michel,Nadxieli Nieto
Publisher : Catapult
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2018-06-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781936787890
Forty very short stories that reimagine the genre of crime writing from some of today’s most imaginative and thrilling writers “An intriguing take on crime/noir writing, this collection of 40 very short stories by leading and emerging literary voices—Amelia Gray, Brian Evenson, Elizabeth Hand, Carmen Maria Machado, Benjamin Percy, Laura van den Berg and more—investigates crimes both real and imagined. Despite their diminutive size, these tales promise to pack a punch.” —Chicago Tribune, 1 of 25 Hot Books for Summer Tiny Crimes gathers leading and emerging literary voices to tell tales of villainy and intrigue in only a few hundred words. From the most hard–boiled of noirs to the coziest of mysteries, with diminutive double crosses, miniature murders, and crimes both real and imagined, Tiny Crimes rounds up all the usual suspects, and some unusual suspects, too. With illustrations by Wesley Allsbrook and flash fiction by Carmen Maria Machado, Benjamin Percy, Amelia Gray, Adam Sternbergh, Yuri Herrera, Julia Elliott, Elizabeth Hand, Brian Evenson, Charles Yu, Laura van den Berg, and more, Tiny Crimes scours the underbelly of modern life to expose the criminal, the illegal, and the depraved.
Author : Carly Berg
Publisher : Magic Lantern Press
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2015-01-21
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0692355006
Writing flash fiction is a fun, easy way to break into print and quickly establish yourself as a professional author. This book shows you everything you need to write great stories under 1,000 words, as well as how and where to get them published. It concludes with tips for re-publishing those stories all together as a book.
Author : David Galef
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Flash fiction
ISBN : 0231179685
David Galef provides a guide to writing flash fiction, from tips on technique to samples by canonical and contemporary authors to provocative prompts that inspire powerful stories in a little space. Brevity is an indispensable resource for anyone working in this increasingly popular form.
Author : Sophie Van Llewyn
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 175 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2020-07-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780062979537
Longlisted for the 2019 Women’s Prize, this poignant, lyrical novel is set in 1970s Romania during Communist dictator Nicolae Ceausescu’s regime—and depicts childhood, marriage, family, and identity in the face of extreme obstacles. Alina yearns for freedom. She and her husband Liviu are teachers in their twenties, living under the repressive regime of Communist dictator Nicolae Ceausescu in the Socialist Republic of Romania in the 1970s. But after her brother-in-law defects, Alina and Liviu fall under suspicion and surveillance, and their lives are suddenly turned upside down—just like the glasses in her superstitious Aunt Theresa's house that are used to ward off evil spirits. But Alina's evil spirits are more corporeal: a suffocating, manipulative mother; a student who accuses her; and a menacing Secret Services agent who makes one-too-many visits. As the couple continues to be harassed, their marriage soon deteriorates. With the government watching—and most likely listening— escape seems impossible . . . until Alina’s mystical aunt proposes a surprising solution to reduce her problems to a manageable size. Weaving elements of magic realism, Romanian folklore, and Kafkaesque paranoia into a gritty and moving depiction of one woman's struggle for personal and political freedom, Bottled Goods is written in short bursts of “flash fiction” and explores universal themes of empowerment, liberty, family, and loyalty.
Author : Shouhua Qi
Publisher : Stone Bridge Press, Inc.
Page : 438 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2008-03-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781611725049
"Modern Chinese fiction . . . looks to have made a great leap towards the bookshelves of [Western] readers."—Guardian Hugely popular in China, flash fiction is poised to be the most exciting new development in contemporary Chinese literature in a decade. Integrating both vernacular and contemporary styles while embracing new technologies such as text messaging (SMS) and blogging, contemporary Chinese flash fiction represents the voice of a civilization at the brink of a startling and unprecedented transformation. This collection features 120 short-short stories (from 100 to 300 words each), written by some of China's most dynamic and versatile authors. Dong Rui's The Pearl Jacket offers a glimpse of the real and surreal in human evolution, Chen Qiyou's Butterfly Forever brings an ancient Chinese literary motif into a startling modern context, while Liu Jianchao's Concerned Departments mocks the staggering complexity of life in the new urban China. Traditional, experimental, and avant-garde, The Pearl Jacket and Other Stories will reinvigorate the position of young Chinese writers as a major presence in contemporary literature. Their voices breathe new energy into modern Chinese literature, leaving the literary and societal stagnation of the Cultural Revolution behind as a distant memory. Shouhua Qi is an associate professor of English at Western Connecticut State University. He is the author of Red Guard Fantasies and Other Stories and When the Purple Mountain Burns. He is one of the foremost experts (and translators) of the novels of Thomas Hardy.
Author : Charles Eugene Anderson
Publisher : Ink Leaf Press
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-13
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 8210379456XXX
Ignite Your Inner Storyteller: A Guide to Flash Fiction Mastery Have you ever wished you could write a captivating story in just a few minutes? Flash fiction might be the perfect answer for you. This exciting, accessible form of writing is experiencing a surge in popularity, offering a creative outlet for writers of all levels. Don't worry if long novels seem daunting. Flash fiction lets you explore a diverse range of ideas and hone your storytelling skills in bite-sized bursts. This book will be your guide to unlocking the world of flash fiction. Inside, you'll discover: The secrets of flash fiction: Explore the history, techniques, and diverse styles of this dynamic genre. A wealth of ideas: Generate captivating stories with 52 unique ideas that spark your imagination. Masterful tools: Learn essential tips and techniques for crafting compelling characters, building worlds,and constructing unforgettable narratives. Inspiration for all genres: Find prompts tailored to your favorite writing styles, from mystery and romance to science fiction and historical fiction. Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, this book offers: A breakthrough for writer's block: Jumpstart your creativity and overcome mental barriers with captivating prompts and practical exercises. Skill development: Hone your craft with focused exercises, expert advice, and insights into the art of writing. Genre exploration: Discover your passion for new writing styles and expand your creative horizons. The joy of storytelling: Embrace the thrill of crafting concise, impactful stories and unleash your inner wordsmith. Ready to embark on your flash fiction adventure? Grab this book and start writing today!
Author : Robert Vaughan
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2012-01-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781105460937
Flash Fiction Friday is a monthly radio program aired on WUWM's Lake Effect in Milwaukee, WI. Each month host Robert Vaughan selects local writers who come in, do a quick flash interview and read their flash fiction piece on the air. Then, Robert reads a national writer's piece and ties the two together with a theme that he discusses with his co-host, Stephanie Lecci. After doing this every month in 2011, Vaughan decided to create an anthology to honor the writers who shared their work on the radio program. Writers include Meg Tuite, Sheldon Lee Compton, Susan Gibb, Len Kuntz, Julie Innis, Sam Rasnake, Susan Tepper, Joani Reese, Christopher Allen, Sara Lippmann and many more.
Author : James Thomas,Sherrie Flick,John Dufresne
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 211 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2023-02-14
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780393358032
A spectacular new anthology of the best short-short fiction from across the United States. It has been more than thirty years since the term “flash fiction” was first coined, perfectly describing the power in the brevity of these stories, each under 1,000 words. Since then, the form has taken hold in the American imagination. For this latest installment in the popular Flash Fiction series, James Thomas, Sherrie Flick, and John Dufresne have searched far and wide for the most distinctive American voices in short-short fiction. The 73 stories collected here speak to the diversity of the American experience and range from the experimental to the narrative, from the whimsical to the gritty. Featuring fiction from writers both established and new, including Aimee Bender, K-Ming Chang, Bonnie Jo Campbell, Bryan Washington, Robert Scotellaro, and Luis Alberto Urrea, Flash Fiction America is a brilliant collection, radiating creativity and bringing together some of the most compelling and exciting contemporary writers in the United States.
Author : Wycliffe A. Hill
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2017-09-25
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781387253241
Content Structure for Flash Fiction has never been so simple and fast. What if all story ideas were able to be boiled down to a single formula? Wycliffe A. Hill had this idea in the 1930's when no less than Cecil B. DeMille rejected one of his stories because ""it had a good narrative, but no drama."" This led Hill to research what made a dramatic story. That study lead to a 1920's author who claimed (based on even older research) that there were only 36 possible conflicts through all dramatic works. Not too long after, Joseph Campbell produced his ""Hero With a Thousand Faces"" which prescribed the monomyth as a base for all stories. Chris Vogler then championed this idea through Hollywood. And the Star Wars saga, as well as multiple Disney hits followed that generic model. Robert Silverberg reviewed Hill's work as: ""Pick one up, follow the instructions, write your story. You might just find that a grand literary career is unfolding for you in a wondrous, magical way.""
Author : Charles Eugene Anderson
Publisher : Ink Leaf Press
Page : 69 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-13
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 8210379456XXX
Can AI truly fathom literary artistry or emotion? Is there space for machine-human partnership expanding creative frontiers? As artificial intelligence permeates our world, intriguing questions arise around its role in the arts. In The Future of Storytelling: AI and the Art of Flash Fiction, writer Charles Eugene Anderson chronicles his adventures on the frontier of AI-assisted fiction. With warmth and wit, Anderson welcomes you along his journey pioneering techniques for wedding AI’s tireless productivity with human inspiration. Together you’ll craft micro tales brimming with life that no unaided algorithm could conjure. Blending AI’s idea generation with authors’ imaginations, Anderson reveals flash fiction’s ideal fit for testing this union’s potential. For our rushed era, flash fiction already provides a refuge through bite-sized yet transportive tales. Perhaps AI will further push emotional resonance within tightly-constrained words. Yet as creative AI advances, Anderson shares guidance in preventing artistic surrender. Join lively experiments unveiling surprises and delights where carbon and silicon minds intertwine! Both caution and curiosity guide this expedition into the possible future of authorship. So strap in for an illuminating voyage navigating the opportunities and pitfalls where human creativity collides with artificial, as we shape the literary landscape. Onward to adventure!