Do You Enjoy Writing Really Short Fiction?

Can you tell a complete story in 99 words or less? It’s not as easy as it sounds. I’ve noticed lately that there are a number of sites popping up where you can post flash fiction, but this one seems to be the current leader for short length requirements. It’s a lively site, with all kinds of things to see and do, and I believe it’s going to gain a strong following as the word gets out.

One of the things I like about this site is that you get your own customizable page. You can submit your little stories and even enter monthly contests. They also have set up their format to encourage interaction among their members.

How will this site benefit you as a writer? You’re going to have to think about the importance of each word. Those of us who are fond of adverbs and adjectives are going to have to learn to use a powerful noun instead. Dialog must be cut to a minimum while still moving the story along. In short, this is a way to learn how to create lean, spare scenes.

Whether you write novels or short stories, you can benefit by joining this site. (By the way, this post is over 200 words long. That should give you some idea of how short a 99-word story will be.)

Try it. You’ll find out it’s harder than it looks. Go here to look around.