Microfiction

Sweet as Song. Runner-Up in Micro Heist Challenge.
The large blackbird landed with a screech atop the high post fence. From his perch, he cocked his head sideways, surveying the long porch that ran the length of the pool. It was scattered with an array of items from last night’s party: empty and half-full glasses of champagne, beaded necklaces, discarded masks, and half-eaten food. Damn, but Fat Tuesday was one big party.
By Cindy Calder3 years ago in Fiction
Beautiful Gloves Caress
He told me I had beautiful hands. We met in a shop. La Beauté Rouge… The Red Beauty. I’d liken him to something of the sort. He was flushed with life, vibrant, rich. Red.
By Jonathan Lee3 years ago in Fiction
The Butler
I was hired to work for a wealthy family, the Walden’s. I did everything for them. I cooked, I cleaned, I answered the doors. I even shined their shoes.
By Alex H Mittelman 3 years ago in Fiction
Diamonds Are A Girls Best Friend
"I do," she said breathlessly, smiling as she kissed the groom, a man old enough to be her father. Moments later, she was flagging down a cab, changing clothes, as she climbed in. The driver asked, "where to?"
By Kelli Sheckler-Amsden3 years ago in Fiction
The Great Office Caper
It was Friday. A cup of good, strong coffee was needed to celebrate. I waited for the Keurig to finish. Ah, but this was too sweet. All week, I’d been able to pilfer my coworker’s cream. After all, it was just cream and not the crown jewels.
By Cindy Calder3 years ago in Fiction
World Building
Water washed up on shore. A man, the color of exhaust smoke from a car emerged from the sea. He still wore his uniform and had been bereft of all vigor.
By Skyler Saunders3 years ago in Fiction
Painting A Heist
The screw was almost loose. I looked around and there were no guards walking the hallways of the museum. It wasn't a surprise, I'd cased the place for months before making my move. The only surprise was how few people actually came to see the beautiful artwork.
By Edward Anderson3 years ago in Fiction
"The Whispered Legacy: Shadows of Intrigue"
The abandoned warehouse loomed before us, its walls seeped in mystery Our eyes fixed on the prize. Jack, the cunning mastermind, outlined the plan with precision. We shared a silent pact, ready to execute our heist.
By Nimra shaikh3 years ago in Fiction
Irreplaceable
Sweat ran in rivets down my neck. My hair and clothes were soaked through, fear coursing through my body. My heart pounded. I was sure it would burst from my chest at any moment. I threw the car in reverse, looked over my shoulder, and hit the gas. The overhang of mossy limbs made it difficult to see. I was hell bent on escaping though, my goods from this heist safely secured in the backseat.
By Cindy Calder3 years ago in Fiction
Twilight of Ares - Episode Two
Twilight of Ares - Episode One ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- “400 out.”
By Matthew J. Fromm3 years ago in Fiction
The Love Heist
She was a brilliant, independent, self-motivated go getter. Graduated, top of her class. Art came easy for her. She created worlds that most only get glimpses of, in the tabloids or on tv.
By Kelli Sheckler-Amsden3 years ago in Fiction
Cultivating a grateful heart
When my grandfather came home from the hospital, our whole family was so much more relaxed. I began to understand how valuable the people around me are. I learned to stop taking my grandfather's company for granted and to make an effort to interact with him every day, fearing that I would never get another chance.
By GuyDussek3 years ago in Fiction