Tag Archives: Historical Fiction

Recanting – Friday Fictioneers

Posted on February 12, 2015 by EagleAye

Recanting Jedediah Smith joined Paul upon the former plantation’s veranda. He sipped his mint julep. “My wife hates that the slaves were freed,” he sighed. “It’s an adjustment,” noted Paul. “Honey!” screeched Brittany Smith from indoors. “The glasses are dusty!” … Continue reading →

Meeting Dad – Sunday Photo Fiction

Posted on November 10, 2013 by EagleAye

Written for Sunday Photo Fiction. A story about love and heartbreak begins after the photo. Genre: Historical/Humor Word Count: 400 Meeting Dad “Mom. I want to meet, Dad.” “How did we meet? Well, it was on the family boat.” She … Continue reading →

Posted in Short Fiction | Tagged Alastair Forbes, Fishing Village, Flash Fiction, Funny, Gaijin, Historical Fiction, Humor, Japan, Sampan, Short Fiction, Short Story, Sorceress, Speculative Fiction, World War 2 | 17 Comments

Visiting Hours – Alastair’s Photo Fiction

Posted on August 4, 2013 by EagleAye

Written for Alastair’s Photo Fiction. Good God, Alastair! If I’d known you posted a Hurricane pic, I’d have written sooner. I went a bit long (356 words) with your broader rules, but I couldn’t help it as this is a … Continue reading →