The first story of 3 Minute Fiction competition is up!! They post their favorites of the week online, every weekend, until the competition ends.
This week is not mine unfortunately, but it’s very good. I liked that it had action and description. It never occurred to me that someone could move around -as my story was tied to a pay phone.
I now completely understand what my painter friend said about “It’s not about who’s " best", it’s about what they are looking for.”
At first I was concerned that they may be looking for a more genetic relational piece thus my originality superfluous. I also wondered if my story was a little too dark. But this story is very dark, and suspenseful. So I know they do like dark stories. But then I wonder if they like action orientated stories, if so, then mine will simply not be in the running, but if the judge is looking for a more emotional piece than I will have a chance.
All a matter of taste!
But no matter what, you should read this other entry.
“Hey Jimmy, it's Kevin. Pick up if you're there.
We just pulled up to your cabin.
What? Oh. Ellen says hi. Annie too, but she's sleeping in her car seat.
Anyway, it's pitch black. No lights on in the cabin. You said you'd leave the porch light on. Doesn't matter. I'm lighting up the porch with my headlights.
Thing is, it looks like your front door's open. I thought I should call in case it might be a problem.”
Yan Sham-Shackleton Online 