Esther Chilton
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When the news is full of fearful and frenzied happenings, it’s not easy to stay grounded, or even to raise a smile. So I thought it was time for a limerick. I’d love to see what you can come up with. Here’s a silly one from me: There was a young writer called Sam Who…
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It’s time for a new challenge. Last week I wanted your BIRTHDAY thoughts. This week, because there’s been a lot of unhappiness and uncertainty around the world, I’m looking to make you SMILE. So can you tell a story in five words, using the word SMILE in it somewhere? Here are your BIRTHDAY thoughts from…
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Love the cheeky comeback…
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Going on holiday soon? What a perfect time to write! But surely holidays aren’t for writing? Holidays are for relaxing and doing nothing. For some they are but for others, they’re a time to see the sights and enjoy new experiences. This is excellent fodder for novels, stories and articles, as well as fillers and…
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Have any of you been to Swanwick Writers’ Summer School? No? Perhaps you’ve heard about it. If not, it’s known to ‘writers the world over‘ and ‘is legendary for the warmth of its welcome. If you love writing then Swanwick offers you the opportunity to learn new skills, hone existing ones, explore your creativity, make new…
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Fancy a challenge? Last week I asked you for your FAVOURITE. Because it’s my birthday today, that’s my challenge for you. So can you tell a story in five words, using the word BIRTHDAY in it somewhere? Here are your creative thoughts on FAVOURITE from last week: Christine Mallaband-Brown: You are my favourite cat. My…
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If you win the SmokeLong Quarterly’s flash fiction competition you’ll be $2000 better off! There’s also prize money for other finalists. Prizes: 1st: $2000 + automatic nomination for The Best Small Fictions, the Pushcart Prize, and Best of the Net, as well as publication in their 17th-anniversary contest issue in June 2nd: At least $200…
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There’s nothing that says romance more than Donald Duck…
Esther Chilton 