Esther Chilton
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Sounds like a fair swap to me…
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Make your characters real It’s often the attention to the little details that brings a character to life – their mannerisms, the way they say things, what they say, how they look etc. Imagine your character in your mind; even write down some characteristics and what they look like. This will help you to make…
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I hope you’re having a great week. How about trying a new challenge? Last week I wanted something COLD from you. This week, I’m looking for the opposite and something HOT. So can you tell a story in five words, using the word HOT in it somewhere? Here are your creative thoughts on COLD from…
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My thanks goes to Murray Clarke who sent in this week’s Funny of the Week.
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One way to instantly hook your reader’s interest in your story is to introduce your main character to them and to make them care for that character. The result – your reader will immediately feel involved in your story: “Please. No…” Hannah looked at the big, balding man, her lower lip trembling. An adult would…
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It’s time for another five-word challenge. Last week I wanted something ODD from you. This week, I’m looking for something COLD. So can you tell a story in five words, using the word COLD in it somewhere? Here are your creative thoughts on ODD from last week: Ritu: Oddly enough, I like you. The odds…
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The Bath Flash Fiction Award is open for entries, with a closing date of 16th February 2020. Here are some details for you: Prizes: 1st: £1000 2nd: £300 3rd: £100 Two commendations receive £30 each. Entry fee: £9 for one story, discounts for further stories entered Word limit: 300 For more details, visit the competition…
Esther Chilton 