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Monthly Archives: February 2018
A Sensitive Robot
They stood outside the boxing gym in the snow. “I’m serious, here,” said Francis. The trainer had a gravely, Bostonian accent. Bruce spluttered, incredulous. “Why should I spar with a robot?” “Sparring with humans teaches it how to fight. You … Continue reading
Posted in Short Fiction
Tagged Boxing, Fighting, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Robot, Science Fiction, Sensitivity, Short Fiction, Short Story, Sparring
62 Comments
The Rejection
Two sea monsters rose from the sea near San Francisco. Thousands of years old, they were like human teen-aged males, looking for trouble. They raised up a hundred of feet out of the water, surveying their surroundings. “Let the wanton … Continue reading
Posted in Short Fiction
Tagged Flash Fiction, Funny, Golden Gate Park windmills, Humor, Mating, Satire, Science Fiction, Sea Monster, Short Fiction, Short Story, Stormy Daniels
20 Comments
Back To Nature
Lance and Jen walked along the boarded forest trail. The silvery, “Ranger” android assigned to them, played the latest sports scores as it walked ahead of them. Occasionally it offered news on the latest stock market news related to the … Continue reading
Posted in Short Fiction
Tagged Android, Back to Nature, Flash Fiction, Funny, Hiking, Humor, Nanites, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction
17 Comments
The Unseen War
Two alien starfighters battled in the narrow streets of Earth’s Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic. Their deadly battle was dangerous enough, but they raced between the closely-spaced buildings, challenging death with every turn. They raced down the river that ran through … Continue reading
Posted in Short Fiction
Tagged Aliens, Cafe, Czech Republic, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction, Starfighter
29 Comments
Unsightly Hair Growth
Mireya the young witch desired the Woodsmith’s son, Bryce. One day she learned that he admired long lustrous hair. So during the full moon she planted a magical seed. The flower grew and bloomed, but in the morning the petals … Continue reading
Posted in Short Fiction
Tagged Flash Fiction, Flowers, Funny, Humor, Lustrous Hair, Magic, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction, Urban Fantasy, Witches
49 Comments
The Parking Fine
Officer Terkel hated working the Parking Enforcement duty. It was obvious punishment. Terkel sighed as he walked along the wet sidewalk. Sleeping with the Police Chief’s wife was fun, but stupid. Suffice to say, he didn’t take his job very … Continue reading
Posted in Short Fiction
Tagged Aliens, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Hyperdrive, Parking Boot, Parking Enforcement, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Spaceship
16 Comments
The One Who Returned
Two Mi-6 agents faced each other in a cabin 100 kilometers outside Moscow. A fire crackled in the fireplace. A bottle of vodka rested on the table. The two agents aimed their pistols at each other.” “They say you’re a … Continue reading
Posted in Short Fiction
Tagged Alternate Earth, Espionage, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, MI-6, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction, Spies, Utopia
16 Comments
Quick! Run Away!
Massimo met Lilliana by accident at a cafe. They chatted happily over mochas. Lilliana’s eyes were like the sky in spring, her laughter like the song of birds. Massimo fell madly in love with her. Soon she had to leave. … Continue reading
Posted in Short Fiction
Tagged Flash Fiction, Funny, Guitar, Humor, Italy, Love, Magic, Romance, Short Fiction, Short Story, Urban Fantasy
22 Comments
The Spy Hotel
Marcus Poole hoped to retire anonymously. A former CIA agent who knew too much, he slipped away. He hoped to hide within the tiny Pacific island’s single hotel. He sat drinking at the little bar beside the dining patio. “CIA?” … Continue reading
Posted in Short Fiction
Tagged Aliens, Espionage, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Retirement, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction, Spies
50 Comments
A Dangerous Snack
Safari guide E.R. Pankow led the tourists through the trees of the planet, Barton. “It’s quite safe here if you follow the rules” he said. “Don’t touch anything unless I say so.” He pointed to a giant footprint in a … Continue reading
Posted in Short Fiction
Tagged Alien Planet, Flash Fiction, Fungus, Funny, Humor, Rice Krispie Treats, Safari, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction
23 Comments