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The Cave
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A man finds an inspirational twist for his artistic endeavors. Writers Cramp 10/24/2025.
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A Freakier Friday
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Liza Minnelli and former husband Peter Allen supernaturally swap bodies and jump in time.
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Tell Me, Said the Elephant...
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Scenes of bonds breaking play out.
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Say No to Mensa
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A newborn baby has very specific instructions for his mother.
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Bogota
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An incredible ability is leveraged to the fullest.
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Doggo
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An eintou poem written in the syllabic form about a doggo.
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Blankie and the Burrito
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A day in the simplest of lives. Written for Writers Cramp contest.
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The Blue Bin
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A heated dispute between neighbors. Written for the Daily Flash Fiction Challenge 08/15/23
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Pre-Flight Jitters
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A traveler has a jolting encounter at the airport. Contest entry for The Writer's Cramp.
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En Route
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A pair fixes an issue before moving on to their next job. Entry for Daily Flash Fiction.
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En Route
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A pair fixes an issue before moving on to their next job. Entry for Daily Flash Fiction.
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Growing Pleasures
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A husband and wife put on an unusual display. Daily Flash Fiction entry.
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Following Through
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A teenager follows through on a sinister plan.
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A teenager follows through on a sinister plan.
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A teenager follows through on a sinister plan.
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I, Data
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Contest entry with the prompt "FanFiction"
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Ace In The Hole
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Survival was the only thing on his mind. Written for Daily Flash Fiction contest.
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Sierra Nevada
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She has yet to fully realize her situation. Written for Daily Flash Fiction.
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Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree
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A family's Christmas eve tradition is a little too much to handle for its newest member.
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Live Free or Die
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An escaped prisoner meets an inevitable conclusion to an old script.
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The Investigative Reporter
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A case of mistaken identity. A Daily Flash Fiction contest entry.
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Camouflage Backpack
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A brief encounter between a cafe server and a customer. Entry for Daily Flash Fiction.
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One Morning in Grafton
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A tale with a snowy backdrop. Written for 2017-12-03 prompt of the Writer's Cramp.
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Which Came First?
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Contest entry for Writer's Cramp prompt for 2017-10-23
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The Frog Man
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A slice of life tale of a man who keeps plugging along.
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A Chance Encounter
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A man waits for his date and has an unexpected pleasant encounter. Writers Cramp entry.
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Exit Strategy
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A man experiences a life-changing event. CONTEST ENTRY for Writer's Cramp 2016-01-05.
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Library Use Only
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A young woman learns to follow instructions.
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A Life Forgotten
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A man hopes to bury painful memories.
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The Cab Ride
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An expat in Asia longs for snow.
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Ten Thirty
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As good a time as any for one to meet one's demise. Daily Flash Fiction contest entry.
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The Dream
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CONTEST ENTRY for Writer's Cramp 2015-02-01 prompt.
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A Promise of Intimacy
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CONTEST ENTRY - A man makes a fateful decision
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OTHER
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Uncle Milo
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CONTEST ENTRY
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Untapped Potential
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A man pleads for art to happen. * CONTEST ENTRY *
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From My Favorite Corner
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Thoughts from the other perspective. * CONTEST ENTRY *
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On Top of Dog Mountain
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A slice of life tale about a man purchasing his childhood home *CONTEST ENTRY*
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The Scientific Method
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Once a scientist, always a scientist. Entry for 03/26/13 prompt in The Writer's Cramp.
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The Painting
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Two friends talk about a bad purchase. Contest entry for Daily Flash Fiction, 04/22/11
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Aya
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A man makes a fateful decision. Contest entry for Writer's Cramp 04/02/11 edition.
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Maggie
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A man is reminded about what could've been. Entry for the Classic Story Contest.
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A Harmless Fruit
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She really just wanted to taste it. Entry for Writer's Cramp Prompt on 09/18/10.
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In New York
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September 11, 2001, from my viewpoint. Winner of Writers Cramp challenge for 09/11/10.
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The Man With The Nice Shoes
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Al is envious of his new neighbor. Written for DFF 09/16/08.
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Chuck's Place
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Chuck is proud of his creation. Written for Daily Flash Fiction.
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My First Day
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Written for 08/10/08 Daily Flash Fiction Challenge
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Aug 10th, 2008
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Aug 15th, 2008
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A Moonlit Drive
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Lisa was excited with her first trip to the amusement park. DFF (06/08/08)
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Jun 8th, 2008
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Jun 9th, 2008
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The Other Team
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1433516
A husband discover's his wife's secret. Written for DFF 06/01/08.
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Jun 1st, 2008
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Jun 1st, 2008
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2.03 KB
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Satire
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The Closer I Get To You
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1416991
Roland has conflicting thoughts at a wedding. For 04/21 Writers Cramp.
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Apr 22nd, 2008
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Apr 22nd, 2008
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6.56 KB
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Drama
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Here Lies Matthew Becket
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1416210
Brothers have a light hearted discussion. Written for a Dialogue 500.
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Apr 20th, 2008
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Apr 21st, 2008
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4.42 KB
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Under the Texan Sun
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1415888
Jesse's decision provides an opportunity for his brother. Writers Cramp 04/19/08 prompt.
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Apr 19th, 2008
Modified:
Jan 31st, 2015
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7.35 KB
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Sci-fi
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Promise of a New Life
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1410382
A young boy struggles with a cross-country move. Written for Writers Cramp.
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Apr 6th, 2008
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Jan 30th, 2015
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7.22 KB
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The Naked Truth
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1407451
Jeremy makes a strong statement with disastrous results (Dialogue 500 Challenge)
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Mar 30th, 2008
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Mar 31st, 2008
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3.33 KB
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SHORT STORY
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Do You Still Love Me?
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1388783
A husband and wife have a heated conversation. Written for Dialogue 500 Contest.
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Feb 15th, 2008
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Feb 15th, 2008
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4.17 KB
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Melodrama
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Satire
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SHORT STORY
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In The Line of Duty
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Other
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1386628
George does what he does best. Written for 02/10/08 Writers Cramp challenge.
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Feb 10th, 2008
Modified:
Feb 11th, 2008
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7.18 KB
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Other
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Adult
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The Edge
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1383379
Two co-workers chat about differences in work styles. Written for Dialogue 500.
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Feb 1st, 2008
Modified:
Feb 11th, 2008
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4.30 KB
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Contest
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Experience
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SHORT STORY
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The Visit
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1377359
Do I deserve her? Written for Daily Flash Fiction 01/19/08 Prompt.
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Jan 19th, 2008
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Jan 19th, 2008
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1.99 KB
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Family
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Drama
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Poor Mr. Burrows
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1371054
Mr. Burrows has a confusing conversation with his orderly. Written for the Dialogue 500.
Created:
Jan 5th, 2008
Modified:
Jan 6th, 2008
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2.57 KB
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Comedy
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FICTION
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A Cold Welcome
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1367791
The first few seconds elicited a predictable response. Written for 12/29/07 DFF Challenge.
Created:
Dec 29th, 2007
Modified:
Dec 29th, 2007
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2.13 KB
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Contest
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Satire
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Crappy Birthday To You
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1367676
Written for KiyaSama's "Worst Birthday Story" challenge.
Created:
Dec 29th, 2007
Modified:
Dec 29th, 2007
Size:
3.25 KB
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Contest
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Satire
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FICTION
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Jimmy's Got A Girlfriend
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1367482
Jimmy struggles to find the right words. Written for 12/28/07 DFF Challenge.
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Dec 28th, 2007
Modified:
Dec 28th, 2007
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2.40 KB
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Family
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Relationship
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Empty Words
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1366585
Written for DFF 12/26/07 Challenge.
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Dec 26th, 2007
Modified:
Dec 27th, 2007
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2.05 KB
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Fantasy
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Drama
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FICTION
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A Friend Indeed
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1364782
Jeremy needed proof. Was he ready for the truth? Written for 12/21/07 Daily Flash Fiction.
Created:
Dec 21st, 2007
Modified:
Dec 21st, 2007
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2.03 KB
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Contest
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Drama
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FICTION
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That's Not Allison
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1363678
A mother comes face to face with one of her worst fears. Written for 12/18/07 DFF.
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Dec 18th, 2007
Modified:
Dec 19th, 2007
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2.10 KB
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Drama
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Family
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Customer Service Hotline
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1362811
Written for 12/16/07 DFF Contest.
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Dec 16th, 2007
Modified:
Dec 17th, 2007
Size:
2.17 KB
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Contest
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Holiday
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Satire
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A Little Something
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1362183
Rodney gets a surprise gift from Santa. Written for 12/15/07 Daily Flash Fiction.
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Dec 15th, 2007
Modified:
Dec 16th, 2007
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2.36 KB
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Holiday
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Comedy
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What Suzy Had To Say
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1358988
Written for Daily Flash Fiction 12/08/07 prompt.
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Dec 8th, 2007
Modified:
Dec 8th, 2007
Size:
2.10 KB
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Adult
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Animal
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FICTION
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A Temporal Error
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1352768
A time traveler is temporarily stuck. Entered in 11/25/07 DFF Challenge.
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Nov 25th, 2007
Modified:
Nov 25th, 2007
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1.88 KB
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Contest
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Sci-fi
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This One's For You, Mom
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1351213
A young man dedicates his achievement to his mother. Written for 11/21/07 DFF Contest.
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Nov 21st, 2007
Modified:
Nov 22nd, 2007
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1.99 KB
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Drama
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Fantasy
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Robot Memories
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1349206
An exciting discovery at a garage sale. Written for DFF 11/16/07 Challenge.
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Nov 17th, 2007
Modified:
Nov 19th, 2007
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2.18 KB
Genres:
Contest
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Adoption Papers
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1223171
A typical day at the Schuller house. Unfortunately.
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Feb 24th, 2007
Modified:
Feb 24th, 2007
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5.15 KB
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Family
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Satire
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FICTION
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The Brilliance of Neil Diamond
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1223067
Two friends discuss the meaning behind the lyrics of one of Neil Diamond's songs.
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Feb 24th, 2007
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Feb 24th, 2007
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3.70 KB
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Satire
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Music
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Overheard
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1220764
An investigative reporter believes he's got a big scoop. For the Writers Cramp contest.
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Feb 19th, 2007
Modified:
Feb 20th, 2007
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6.79 KB
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Contest
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Satire
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FICTION
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She'll Always Be With Him
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1210343
Much to his chagrin. Written for "The Dialogue 500" Contest
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Jan 30th, 2007
Modified:
Jan 30th, 2007
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2.71 KB
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Contest
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Adult
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Comedy
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What A Gal!
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1208544
A chance meeting in a restaurant takes an unwelcome turn. "TSF Contest" winner.
Created:
Jan 26th, 2007
Modified:
Feb 6th, 2007
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3.30 KB
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Drama
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Romance/Love
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The Last Wish
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1204071
A priest expresses his final request. Entered in a Dialogue 500 contest based on a prompt.
Created:
Jan 17th, 2007
Modified:
Jan 23rd, 2007
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2.96 KB
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Drama
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Religious
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FICTION
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Planet: For Sale
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1197531
An intergalactic real estate broker shows a sovereign couple a potential new home
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Jan 3rd, 2007
Modified:
Oct 22nd, 2015
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3.88 KB
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Sci-fi
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Satire
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FICTION
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by 3 members
What A Difference A Year Makes
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1196859
A new successful writer contemplates on life after a dramatic change just one year before.
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Jan 2nd, 2007
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Jan 29th, 2007
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6.62 KB
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Drama
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FICTION
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A Christmas Greeting
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1196319
A son sends a Christmas greeting to his mother
Created:
Dec 31st, 2006
Modified:
Jan 1st, 2007
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3.22 KB
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Sci-fi
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Family
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FICTION
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by 2 members
The Corner Cafe
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1147691
Friends and business partners prepare for their restaurant's final evening service.
Created:
Aug 22nd, 2006
Modified:
Aug 22nd, 2006
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5.48 KB
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Sci-fi
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Friendship
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FICTION
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The Final Bow
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1126968
Lucius knows how to hit the right notes; "Struck By Lighting: Horror FF"
Created:
Jul 3rd, 2006
Modified:
Oct 22nd, 2015
Size:
3.33 KB
Genres:
Contest
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Satire
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Supernatural
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Fern's Advice
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1098315
Pocahontas receives firmly planted opinion on clothing item [Dialogue 500 Contest Entry]
Created:
Apr 25th, 2006
Modified:
May 1st, 2006
Size:
2.55 KB
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Contest
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Satire
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Comedy
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by 9 members
Ricky's Decision
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1089128
An important decision is hampered by the voices in his head [Dialogue 500 Contest Entry]
Created:
Apr 1st, 2006
Modified:
Apr 2nd, 2006
Size:
3.85 KB
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Contest
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Melodrama
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Satire
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INTERVIEW
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Interview of My Muse
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1086811
While waiting for my flight out of Miami, I met my Muse [The M.U.S.E. Contest Entry]
Created:
Mar 26th, 2006
Modified:
Apr 4th, 2006
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9.05 KB
Genres:
Contest
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by 10 members
The Concrete Mile
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Drama
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1085325
A wrongly accused man does his final walk [Flash Fiction Contest Entry]
Created:
Mar 23rd, 2006
Modified:
Mar 24th, 2006
Size:
2.34 KB
Genres:
Drama
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Emotional
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Contest
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Unexpected Presidential Debate
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Satire
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1083779
Strangely, GWB was doing cold-calls from his office one night [Dialogue 500 Contest Entry]
Created:
Mar 19th, 2006
Modified:
Mar 25th, 2006
Size:
3.63 KB
Genres:
Satire
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Political
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Contest
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FICTION
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Late Night Food Delivery
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Food/Cooking
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1083117
A delivery man confronts an apartment dweller [Dialogue 500 Contest Entry]
Created:
Mar 18th, 2006
Modified:
Nov 17th, 2024
Size:
2.28 KB
Genres:
Food/Cooking
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Comedy
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Contest
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FICTION
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Here's Looking At You
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Sci-fi
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1083053
Thoughts from a mystical reflective apparatus [Flash Fiction Contest Entry]
Created:
Mar 18th, 2006
Modified:
Apr 1st, 2006
Size:
2.25 KB
Genres:
Sci-fi
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Fantasy
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Contest
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The President Wears a Mullet
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Sci-fi
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1082979
Apart from the obvious, what else is he trying to hide? [Flash Fiction Contest Entry]
Created:
Mar 17th, 2006
Modified:
Apr 1st, 2006
Size:
2.28 KB
Genres:
Sci-fi
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Fantasy
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Contest
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