Tag Archives: Writing

Montauciel’s Memorable Day | NYC Midnight 250-Word Microfiction 2024

Posted on January 15, 2025 by theplainspokenpen@gmail.com

Am I? I still don’t think I’m a writer, but I keep entering these competitions to see what happens! This round’s results are in. But first, my story. Genre: Historical fictionAction: TrimmingWord: Enter Montauciel’s Memorable Day 19 Septembre 1783Versailles, France … Continue reading →

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Short Story Sunday

Posted on June 12, 2022 by theplainspokenpen@gmail.com

I’m trying something new. I have no idea if it will be a regular thing or a once in a while thing or a one-off. I’m borrowing an idea from Sarah Addison Allen, writing a short story about a photo. … Continue reading →

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Tornado Warning at Taco Bell

Posted on January 14, 2021 by theplainspokenpen@gmail.com

Y’all thought I was all about reading and reviewing books here, didn’t you? Surprise! I occasionally take a stab at writing something other than a blog. Most recently, I entered the NYC Midnight 250-word microfiction competition. For those of you … Continue reading →

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