I am so pleased to be hosting a fellow Story Empire author today. Staci is here to talk about the book she and Mae Clair have collaborated on that I’m sure you will enjoy. I’m certain of this because Staci and Mae are two of the most talented writers around. So Staci welcome to Fiction […]
In Keith’s words. “Using this photo (below) as inspiration, write a short story, flash fiction, scene, poem; anything, really; even just a caption for the photograph. Either put your offering (or a link to it) in a comment or email it to me at keithchanning@gmail.com before Sunday evening UK time. If you post it on […]
This list appeared on November 23, 2015. Since parents are still having kids, I think it might be useful * * * This list was inspired by watching new parents having some challenges with raising their kids. Unfortunately, sometimes the stress was self-induced, and some good counseling could have avoided the scene. Top Ten […]
Today we are going to the first annual cornhole tournament in Lakeway. It is a double elimination open to teams of two. We are being catered by Craig Os Pizza. Our entertainment is Menu SPECIALTY PIZZAS House Special Pizza sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, Italian sausage, mushrooms, caramelized onions, roasted green peppers Margarita Olive Oil, Mozzarella, Fresh […]
Listening for the last wheeze that indicates the life fluid machine is finished with the ground, hot water soak, and dispensing procedure that has to proceed the soothing effects of the brew. Cup to lips and several long draughts release the brain from fog and rain. Now enlightened, the first thought turns to […]
Today’s story comes from the Good News Network. Here it is without editing. World’s Largest Container Line is Rerouting its Fleet to Avoid Collisions with Endangered Blue Whales By Andy Corbley Sep 13, 2022 Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has taken a major step to help protect blue whales and other cetaceans living and feeding […]
“Hey, Lucy. Want to play tug ‘o war?” “Umm, I was thinking more about who can keep their eyes closed the longest.” “Oh, come on. This thing is fun. It is almost indestructible.” “It is the ‘almost’ part that worries me.” “So that’s a ‘no’ then?” “I guess we could consider it. What else is […]
In Keith’s words. “Using this photo(below) as inspiration, write a short story, flash fiction, scene, poem; anything, really; even just a caption for the photograph. Either put your offering (or a link to it) in a comment or email it to me at keithchanning@gmail.com before Sunday evening UK time. If you post it on your […]
This post was originally published on September 14, 2015. I think we can squeeze in a bit of learning from it still. I hope you enjoy it. * * * This list is inspired by watching some of the funny things people buy solely because they are being offered at a discounted price. […]
Usually I would have a tour here but today is one of those days that a lighthearted time just doesn’t seem appropriate. We all were stunned into disbelief twenty-one years ago. As a nation, we were horrified that anyone had the lack of humanity to destroy innocent lives in such a brutal manner. […]
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