Since the invention of writing, our stories have become longer and more detailed, a direct result of emerging technologies of the time.Ī feature of a short story or flash fiction - an even shorter story - is the author’s ability to hint at a larger story or idea, leaving the reader to think or consider what else could have happened or even why the ended finished as it did.Ī good example of flash fiction are our own urban myths. We can’t remember all the details of a Dicken’s novel, but we do remember the moral of a short fables, parables - think bible stories or Koran stories. When we consider the short story, we realize that short form works best with the spoken word. The word count defines the category, which doesn’t mean much when you are creating your very short stories, but does matter if you want to submit your stories. What is Flash Fiction?įlash Fiction is a fictional work of extreme brevity that still offers character and plot development. I recently had the honor to speak to the Auburn CWC (California Writers Club) on how to write Flash Fiction. Let’s welcome back monthly columnist Catharine Bramkamp as she shares with us “How to Write Flash Fiction.” Enjoy!
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