NIPPLE GRIPPLE by James Hancock

A moment of juvenile behaviour as Tom twisted William's nipple.William wasn't impressed and let Tom know it, four days later, with a carefully placed needle on the seat of a chair. Tom screamed! William laughed.Things escalated and William found himself the victim of a laxative-laced beer; which was repaid on Tom’s birthday with an exploding … Continue reading NIPPLE GRIPPLE by James Hancock

MICRO MONDAY #2 – A Bumper Crop Of Microfiction

A little later in the day than expected, we're continuing with our Micro Monday, where we publish a bumper crop of micros from our 1-2-3 submissions here on our website. (Or direct to your inbox if you subscribe to our site.) So here we go. Enjoy these mini marvels - and please spread the word … Continue reading MICRO MONDAY #2 – A Bumper Crop Of Microfiction

STRANGLING ANGEL by Alison Wassell (1st place, Flash, Aug24)

Logbook 1894 26th January Punished several children who arrived late. Attendance poor, weather bad. Miss Harriet Caldwell appointed by the Board as Assistant Mistress. When, on first meeting, Harriet Caldwell calls her by her first name, Agnes realises she will be more of a burden than an asset. She lacks gravitas, smiles too much, and … Continue reading STRANGLING ANGEL by Alison Wassell (1st place, Flash, Aug24)

MR FARNSWORTH by James Hancock (2nd place, Flash, Aug24)

The pig sucked in a mouthful of pipe smoke and blew it overhead. It clung to the ceiling like a cloud of rolling white music notes, twisting and changing shape as Ophelia watched from the comfort of the leather sofa. “Interesting.” The pig, Mr Farnsworth, gazed at his folded trotters as he contemplated things. Ophelia … Continue reading MR FARNSWORTH by James Hancock (2nd place, Flash, Aug24)

MICRO MONDAY #1 – A Bumper Crop Of Microfiction

Welcome to our first Micro Monday!... Have we got a bumper crop of great microfiction for you! Each Monday, we'll publish an omnibus selection of microfiction from our Micro123 submissions, and publish them here on our website. (Or, if you subscribe to the site you'll get them emailed directly into your inbox.) So - let's … Continue reading MICRO MONDAY #1 – A Bumper Crop Of Microfiction

CAUGHT by Georgina Downes

Her Wusthof fillet knife slices effortlessly through the silver-scaled belly. Out slides bloody guts, pooling on her granite worktop. She can’t feed the entrails to the dog; too undignified for a majestic wild salmon. Instead, she’ll make a stock.The fish is presented on a huge platter, whole, surrounded by steamed vegetables with a home-made Hollandaise … Continue reading CAUGHT by Georgina Downes

IT ISN’T ONLY THE COFFEE MACHINE THAT HISSES LIKE A BAD-TEMPERED TOMCAT by Chris Cottom

One day I’ll be like Erin, teasing the cup to the wand, twisting my wrist to swirl the microfoam, pouring clever rosettas and swanky swans, no longer the trainee on the till, scribbling ‘Anil’ or ‘Lee’ on the lids. If they eye the cakes, if they can take their eyes off Erin, I’m supposed to … Continue reading IT ISN’T ONLY THE COFFEE MACHINE THAT HISSES LIKE A BAD-TEMPERED TOMCAT by Chris Cottom

A LIFE IN FLORIOGRAPHY by Lesley Bungay

Violet built four walls. A brick for every critical word, each hurtful taunt entombed in mortar. She whitewashed the outside, decorating the facade with fake sunflowers and painted gladioli. On the inside, she grew climbing roses and carnations, tending each bloom with love. She sowed a chamomile lawn, surrounded with jasmine and lavender. At night … Continue reading A LIFE IN FLORIOGRAPHY by Lesley Bungay