Hi, everyone. Geoff Holme here – guest host for Microcosms 22. I first came into contact with Kristen, the brains behind Microcosms, while judging a round of MicroBookends, run by David Borrowdale. Sadly, that flash contest is no longer with us. Microcosms 22 pays tribute to […]
Category: Weekly Flash Fiction Contest
RESULTS – Microcosms 21
A HUGE thanks to this week’s judge, A.J. Walker. Here’s what he had to say: Hey, you guys made it tough. But then again you usually do. I do like the longer word count stories (wow, all of 250!) as it gives a bit more […]
Microcosms 21
My inspiration for this week’s competition came from seeing a clown’s face on a card game I play with my students. I don’t like clowns – finding them more scary than funny – and I’ve always considered Ronald McDonald pretty creepy. From there I started […]
RESULTS – Microcosms 20
Dear all, many thanks for your patience with the delay in posting the results for Microcosms 20. At present we are only able to post the results from our judge Geoff Holme and also our Community Pick. Unfortunately, we are not able to include Kristen’s […]
Microcosms 20
Today’s contest is brought to you by Steph Ellis. (Thanks, Steph!) Sometimes you read a book because you feel you should. These books are often referred to as ‘classics’ and yes, many of them are shining examples of great literature. However, because reading is so […]
RESULTS – Microcosms 19
Again, my apologies for the delays. I know how difficult it is to wait. My life has been utter chaos, lately. But your awesomeness makes the contest worthwhile. Please, continue writing. Never stop. Things should slow down a bit for the next couple of weeks, […]
Microcosms 19
Well, today is National Tourism Day. So, I thought we have a little fun with traditional “touristy” locations and people you might see. Also, it’s Mothers Day on Sunday (in America), so we have so show some love to all the mamas out there, too! […]
RESULTS – Microcosms 18
I’m really, really sorry about the delay, guys. It’s been one heck of a week. Wow, you guys are insanely clever and talented. SO difficult to choose this week. I know I left out some worthy ones, but I’ve had a rough week. So, please […]
Microcosms 18
All right, ladies and gents, today is Arbor Day! It also happens to be Greenery Day. “What’s Greenery Day?” you ask. “Japanese Greenery Day celebrates the birthday of Japanese Emperor Hirohito. In Japanese culture, Greenery day is a time to commune with nature and to […]
RESULTS – Microcosms 17
Dearly beloved, we are gathered here to celebrate your contributions to another great week. Thank you all so much! And a HUGE thanks to this week’s judges, AV Laidlaw and Steph Ellis. Here’s what AV had to say: This is ground control… I was at […]
