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Flash Fiction Friday
I haven't done one of these for a while, but I thought new year and all that... Let's get the ink flowing with this easy breezy flash fiction prompt. The ides is you respond to the prompt with a story of no more than 500 words and post it in the comments here. We can all read and comment and share our stories! I am going dark for this prompt so join in if you like thriller/ horror/ suspense... Prompt The voicemail is only twelve seconds long. You don’t recognise the voice at
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Jan 231 min read
Story Structure
Story Shapes “ For centuries there's been one path through fiction we're most likely to travel - one we're actually told to follow - and that's the dramatic arc: a situation arises, grows tense, reaches a peak, subsides!” (Meander, Spiral Explode by Jane Alison) Aristotle (384-322 BCE) suggested dramas should have a three-act structure, a beginning, middle and end. Beginning (Exposition/Protasis): This part introduces the characters, setting, and initial situation of the sto
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Jan 144 min read
Creative writing prompt
Something Happened on the Way to… BCW Writing Session – 13.01.2026 At our BCW writing session on 13 January 2026 , we explored a deceptively simple but powerful prompt: Something Happened on the Way to… Choose a Familiar Journey Think of a journey you know well — one you have travelled at least once before (and perhaps many times). Type of journey (path, train, car, walk, etc.): Where does it start? Where does it end? Visualise the Journey Imagine this journey as if you a
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Jan 142 min read
The Life of a Punisher: A Glimpse into the Shadows
The Weight of Responsibility I mean, nobody wants this job, do they? Do you think I want to spend my days dishing out punishments? Judges get paid. And… they have twelve people to decide guilty or not guilty. All I have are two eyes and a heap of responsibility weighing on me. Back in the day, there was at least a bit of glamour with the job. A pretty dress and some sparkle. But not now… Now, I’m parked outside some creep’s house at 2 AM in a hoodie. A hoodie! No glamour, no
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Sep 16, 20254 min read
How Authors Build Their Unique Writing Styles
Every author has a distinct voice that sets their work apart. This unique writing style is what draws readers in and keeps them coming...
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Aug 15, 20254 min read
Balancing Act: Navigating Full-Time Work and the Writer's Journey
Writing for me is not just a hobby; it is something I need to do to feel a sense of balance and that my creative self has an outlet. ...
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Jul 24, 20254 min read
Flash Fiction Friday
The sea holds stories—of love and loss, mystery and myth. It can be calm or cruel, a place of escape or return. This week’s challenge:...
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Jun 19, 20251 min read
Unleashing Creativity Through Writing Prompts
Writing is a profound way to express thoughts, ideas, and emotions. However, it can sometimes be challenging to kickstart the creative...
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May 25, 20254 min read
Exploring the Elements of a Psychological Thriller
Psychological thrillers captivate audiences by delving into the minds of their characters. These stories blend suspense, fear, and...
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May 18, 20254 min read
Flash Fiction - A pocket full of cruelty
New flash fiction story
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Apr 30, 20252 min read
Book Launch Party
When the topic of a launch party came up, I wasn't sure. A party for me and my books where I have to talk about me and my books?! Sounded...
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Mar 15, 20252 min read
Unveiling Finding Home: The Thrilling Debut Novel Launch You Can't Miss!
As I sit down to share my excitement with you all, I can hardly believe the moment has finally arrived. After years of hard work,...
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Jan 11, 20253 min read
Storytelling
Since the dawn of civilization, oral storytelling has been a primary method for transmitting history, cultural practices, moral lessons,...
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Oct 18, 20246 min read
Symbiosis
I am alive. I am sparked into being by our connection. Our touch is tentative at first, as lovers rekindling after a long time apart. We will sustain each other, you and I. There is a voice, but it sounds distant, like a scream muffled by fog and sand. “Can you hear me, Mrs Swift?” We quicken and jump, it catches me off guard for a second, but I regulate, send you my steadiness through our intertwining tendrils. Da dum da dum da dum. “Yes,” you croak, parched
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Sep 17, 20246 min read
To Plan or to Pants: Finding Your Novel Writing Style
So, you've got this amazing story idea bubbling inside you, eager to burst out onto the page. But before you can dive headlong into the...
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Jul 30, 20242 min read
Mastering Character Development: The Heart of Compelling Narratives
In storytelling, characters are the lifeblood that breathes vitality into narratives. Crafting characters that resonate with the audience...
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Jul 7, 20242 min read
Mastering the Art of Novel Editing: Essential Tips for Writers
Editing. That's the easy bit, right? Wrong! When the initial shiny new thing syndrome wears off, the hard work actually kicks in. This is...
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Jun 30, 20242 min read
Crafting Mini Masterpieces: Exploring the World of Flash Fiction
Are you ready to embark on a whirlwind journey through the captivating world of flash fiction? I recently discovered the power of flash...
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Jun 24, 20243 min read
Looking to Boost Your Writing Skills? Check Out These 7 Top Creative Writing Tips!
Tip 1 Embrace imperfection For the perfectionists among us, allowing your writing to be imperfect can present a unique challenge. The...
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Jun 22, 20242 min read
The Future of Storytelling: Why AI Won't Replace Human Creativity
Is AI coming for our stories? What is it about stories that endure? Stories have been around for over 50000 years. From oral storytelling...
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Feb 15, 20243 min read
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