55 Word Short Story #3

It has been a WHILE since I’ve done one of these. Today’s prompt is: “132. Transportation: Write about taking your favorite (or least-favorite) form of transportation.“ 7am. Windows fogged. Hurtling backwards. Strangers surround me. An apathetic rollercoaster. “Tickets please”. Take wallet out. Card missing. No cash. Shit. “You’ll have to get off at the next stop”. … Read more

“‘Damn you, where have you been?’ She took a few steps toward Schmendrick, but she was looking beyond him, at the unicorn.” – Peter S. Beagle, The Last Unicorn

Yeesh. Last post was October 15th 2024. Not great. But in my defense, a LOT has happened. I’ll be going in to depth about each update to my life shortly, but here is a brief breakdown of what to expect to see posted here in the coming weeks (or when I get the time): That’s … Read more

55 Word Short Story #2

Oh I am sorry for this one in advance. I just couldn’t resist. Today’s prompt was: “318. Health & Beauty: Take some time to peruse your medicine cabinet or the health and beauty aisles at a local store. Write a poem, short story, or journal entry inspired by a product label.“ Sounds, sights, smells. They wanted it all … Read more

55 Word Short Story #1

So, as I mentioned in this previous post, I am going to be attempting some 55 word short stories based on randomly selected writing prompts. Today’s story was based on the prompt: “172. Crossword Puzzle: Open up the newspaper or find a crossword puzzle online and choose one of the clues to use as inspiration for your … Read more

The “55 Word Short Story” Challenge

I like to write. One day I’d like to see writing as my full time career. That being said, I personally don’t think much of my abilities, but like anything, the more you try, the better you become. Or at least that is the hope. I came across this challenge a few months back whilst … Read more