Category Archives: Flash Fiction

Storm Puppies

Posted on October 4, 2017 by vanbytheriver

The winds came, the fence was down. I wandered away, hiding in a shed from something called “Irma”. So much pressure, the puppies would not wait. When they found me, I was holding up a large board, protecting my clan. … Continue reading →

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Still Water … #Writephoto

Posted on May 27, 2016 by vanbytheriver

Still waters run deep. Or do they ? He never answered her question. “What are you thinking ?” Sarah tried. She had been looking lovingly into his eyes for a long time. He gazed back. Tom was the strong, silent … Continue reading →

Posted in Flash Fiction, Relationships, Writing Challenge, Writing Prompt | Tagged , , , | 68 Comments

Brevity

Posted on December 16, 2015 by vanbytheriver

It’s the gift that keeps on giving. Brevity. I’m fascinated with flash fiction, short stories, those 100 word challenges. It seems they force one to get down to basics. Like many, I respect the art of language. It has been … Continue reading →

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Foodie

Posted on October 21, 2015 by vanbytheriver

Pam could cook. The oldest of ten, she saw it done well; homemade, quality ingredients, massive quantities. She married young. Joe was special; smart, funny, motivated. They shared values, life goals, interests, mutual attraction. Love came easily, a perfect match. One month into … Continue reading →

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Personal Loan

Posted on July 14, 2015 by vanbytheriver

“I need $200.” Mike thought it might be drug money, but Bobby was a friend, trying to clean up his act. It was just a loan. They worked the same summer job, for very different reasons. Bobby’s wealthy family insisted; … Continue reading →

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One Last Move

Posted on June 25, 2015 by vanbytheriver

“Kansas ? Really ?” He was five years from retirement. “It’s the last move, Ellen, we really have no choice.” Mark was right. There were bills to pay, he loved his work, Florida could wait. Stress, depression, illness did not … Continue reading →

Posted in Family, Flash Fiction, Health Issues, Work and Career, Writing Prompt | Tagged , , , , , , | 60 Comments