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An Unreported Affect
As I stared at my own reflection in the window, I took pity on him. Of course, he didn’t reflect anything at all. “It must be frustrating,” I said. “Stuck like that.” “You have no idea,” said the cloud of … Continue reading
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Tagged COVID-19, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Hunger, Scientist, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction, Urban Fantasy, Vampires
27 Comments
The Obvious Faux-pas
Elaine loved shopping at Down Island Traders. Despite the rustic exterior, everyone in the “in-crowd” shopped there. As she entered, she stopped, shocked by what she saw. The woman sitting at a table with a latte obviously had antennae, and … Continue reading
Posted in Short Fiction, Uncategorized
Tagged Alien, Fashion, Faux Pas, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Open minded, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction
48 Comments
The Measure of an Alien
The first known human-alien amalgamation occurred in Roanoke, VA in 1879. The wealthy widow, Imelda Pitts, had been wooed by bachelors from across the county, desiring her mostly for her money. The men organized demonstrations of physical strength before her … Continue reading
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Tagged Alien, alien sex, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Omelette, Romance with cooking, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, The measure of a man
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Tank Design
Combat reporter Bryce Monoghan peered between the train cars. At five-kilometers he could easily see the thirty-meter tall, alien walking war machine. “Aren’t you terrified?” he said. Lieutenant Cohen said, “No. Why?” “Well, it’s huge, imposing, threatening.” “Yep. It’s very … Continue reading
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Tagged advanced warfare, Alien, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Main Battle Tank, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction, Walking Tank
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Critical Equipment
Jennylyn found the package outside the lab. She brought it in, wondering what it was. Professor Blumquist was elated. “At last! The very thing I need to combat this pandemic,” said Blumquist. As the new lab assistant, Jennylyn still wasn’t … Continue reading
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Tagged Coronavirus, Flash Fiction, Food, Funny, Humor, mad genius, Mocha machine, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction, Warp Drive
31 Comments
Growth Spurt
Jeanie saw her grandson’s feet on the ladder outside, and decided she’d had enough. She had to say something. She rang up, Patricia, Brian’s mom. “Hi mom! Is Brian enjoying his summer with you?” “He’s cleaning windows,” said Jeanie. “But … Continue reading
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Tagged Flash Fiction, Funny, Grandchild, Growth Spurt, Growth Vitamins, Humor, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction, Window Washing
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A Rare Commodity
Mika ate the last bite. “Best tuna sandwich ever! But still, $500 is too much.” “I know,” said Bill. “But there’s chipping charges. It had to be shipped into Earth orbit.” “Yeah.” “Then through the hypergate to Ross 154. And … Continue reading
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Tagged Flash Fiction, Food, Funny, Humor, Hyperspace, Interstellar Travel, Science Fiction, Shipping Charges, Short Fiction, Short Story, Tuna Sandwich
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The Unhelpful Help
Brent glared at the metal box in the weeds. “I don’t understand. The DNA sniffer is reporting aliens nearby, but there’s only us.” Beside him, his lab help, Devin, shook his head. “So many failures. Time for the Mark XXXIX?” … Continue reading
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Tagged Aliens, bio sensor, DNA Sniffer, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Infiltration, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Speculative Fiction
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Authentic Ethnic Food
Melissa looked forward to trying Galactico’s alien food restaurant. After she and Ned sat at their table, she sensed something wrong. “Ned,” said Melissa. “I haven’t seen a single alien yet.” “I know. I stopped to glance in the kitchen. … Continue reading
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Tagged Alien, Authentic Ethnic Food, Cooking, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Restaurant, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Unusual Foods
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The Essential Problem
Like many across the city, Jeff had caught the Pigeon Virus. Quarantined, he sat on the roof of his apartment building with his also-infected neighbor, Bill. “This virus is a pain,” said Bill. “No kidding,” said Jeff. “Stuck at home.” … Continue reading
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Tagged Coronavirus, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Pandemic, quarantine, Satire, Science Fiction, self isolation, Short Fiction, Short Story
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