Author Archives: Michael

Mother’s Day – A Tribute to My Mum

Posted on May 12, 2018 by Michael

My mother would have been 93 years old this year. Sadly, for her and for me she died in 1983, aged 57. At the time of her death, each of her children had moved out, and she and my dad … Continue reading →

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Weekend Writing Prompt #54 – Fountain – in 53 words

Posted on May 12, 2018 by Michael

Fountain Bubbling away in the old lady’s overgrown backyard not many knew of its existence. They kept the secret to the source of eternal life. The protectors were beneficiaries of its long-lasting qualities. Living forever they decided wasn’t all it … Continue reading →

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Time To Write: Random Words 9 [Creative Writing Prompt – Mystery Month]

Posted on May 12, 2018 by Michael

Inspector Onthejob looked around the coffee stained crime scene and immediately knew there were clues looking at him. The barista with a kitchen knife in his back and his entire body covered in coffee pointed to a crime of passion. … Continue reading →

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May 10: Flash Fiction Challenge – The Charisma of Cranes.

Posted on May 11, 2018 by Michael

May 10, 2018, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less) write a story defining “the charisma of cranes.” For centuries, cranes have inspired art and philosophy. You can write a crane story or create something new out of the … Continue reading →

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FLASH FICTION FOR THE PURPOSEFUL PRACTITIONER- 2018: WEEK #19 – The Morgue Lookout.

Posted on May 11, 2018 by Michael

Image: MorgueFile April 1408991814e81x2 Roger our tour guide woke us early and in a state of anxiety. He said there had been complaints about the town of Nipcat and as a result, we were returning to Morgue to visit a … Continue reading →

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Thursday photo prompt: Fallen #writephoto

Posted on May 11, 2018 by Michael

The two boys looked aghast at what had happened. Their boyish game of hiding behind the rock statues had resulted in both now lying on the ground. “What did you do?” asked one of the other. “I didn’t do anything, … Continue reading →

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100 Word Wednesday: Week 70 – Kevin

Posted on May 11, 2018 by Michael

When Kevin came home from rehab mum had a sofa bed set up for him. From the lounge room, he could watch and be part of the family. Each morning mum would bring him out and sit him up watching … Continue reading →

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In Other Words, unbelievable…

Posted on May 11, 2018 by Michael

You bastard, you walked right past me. Sorry I didn’t see you I was reading this text. What text? Says I won forty million in the lottery. Unbelievable!!   Written for: https://patriciasplace.me/2018/05/09/in-other-words-unbelievable/

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Tale Weaver – #170 – 10th May – Making Sense of Nonsense – The Book of Durfur

Posted on May 10, 2018 by Michael

Grimace Street was awash with rumour that Miss Marble, of 46 Grimace Street was ill and generally unwell. Miss Marble was a witch and as long as anyone could remember she had administered to the sick in the street and … Continue reading →

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Photo Challenge #213 – Understanding

Posted on May 9, 2018 by Michael

Image: – Nicolas Bruno Keep talking he’d say, I’ll listen eventually So she tried once again Getting him not only to hear but also understand. All the while he was being white-anted By sleazy Jacko who whispered in her ear … Continue reading →

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