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Tag Archives: Technology
Details make It Interesting
Online, I’ve found myself in many debates with other writers about technical details versus character development. When I’m listening (reading actually) to someone’s argument that a story lacking the human element is no story at all, I find I must … Continue reading
Posted in Essay, Military, Science
Tagged Characterization, Essay, Romance, Science Fiction, Spaceship, Technical, Technology, World-building, Writing
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Back to the Drawing Board
British efforts to produce stealthy military tanks proceeded apace, largely due to Dr. Pradesh. The slender scientist’s creative mind knew no boundaries. He built a reputation for attempting things no one else ever considered. While producing amazing results, Pradesh sometimes … Continue reading
Posted in Short Fiction
Tagged Camouflage, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Military Tank, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Technology
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Fly in the Machine
Norton held the tiny surveillance drone in his hand. “Can you believe it?” he complained. “Director Fuchs is halting this project.” “Unbelievable,” sympathized Gordon. “It looks exactly like a fly. It’s got infrared, CO2 detectors, wireless comms, onboard expert systems, … Continue reading
Posted in Short Fiction
Tagged Espionage, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Insect Drone, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Surveillance, Technology
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Tech Seminar – Alastair’s Photo Fiction: 14Jul13
Written for Alastair’s Photo Fiction. Story begins after the photo. Genre: Speculative Fiction/Historical Word Count: 150 Tech Seminar “Your lodging, sir,” said the driver. “Oh what a quaint old castle!” Beamed Johnson. “Yes it is. Only the best for attendees … Continue reading
All Clear! – Friday Fictioneers 29Jun13
Written for the Friday Fictioneers. Story begins after the picture. Genre: Science Fiction Word Count: 99 All Clear! “That’s a Jeepnee,” explained the cab driver. “Very colorful, yes?” “It looks old,” said the American. “The Philippines is beautiful, but still … Continue reading
Posted in Asia, Short Fiction
Tagged Flash Fiction, Funny, genre science fiction, Humor, Jeepnee, Philippines, Satire, Science Fiction, Short Fiction, Short Story, Technology
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The Great Mistake – Alastair’s Photo Fiction – 05-05-13
Each week, Alastair Forbes presents image for a writing prompt. The goal is to write a 150 word or less short story based upon the picture. Anyone is invited to join this group of intrepid writers. Please visit Alastair’s page … Continue reading
Posted in Asia, Science, Short Fiction, United States
Tagged Asia, China, Dark Future, Dystopian, Economic Crash, Electric Cars, Flash Fiction, Oil, Refinery, Short Fiction, Short Story, Technology, Tourism, Writing
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Nano Surveillance Breakthrough, Exposed.
ATLANTA, GA – The next time you find a fly in your beer, it may not be doing the backstroke; it may be watching you. Nanolook Systems of Atlanta, GA has announced a breakthrough nanobot surveillance. The only problem is, … Continue reading
Posted in Military, Science, Short Fiction, United States
Tagged Faux News, Flash Fiction, Funny, Humor, Nanobots, Nanotechnology, News, Robots, Satire, Science, Short Story, Surveillance, Technology
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Inventor Creates Counter-Gravity
LOCK HAVEN, PA – The world changed today in a way that cannot easily be measured. Jeffery Fordham, eccentric inventor in this little town of 9,700, successfully tested the first known counter-gravity unit to move a large object. His entire … Continue reading
Posted in Interesting People, Science, United States
Tagged Counter-Gravity, Entertainment News, eugene podkletnov, Finland, Funny, Gravity, Humor, Invention, lock haven university, News, Satire, Science, Spoof, Technology
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Invisible British Tank Missing
BRISTOL, UK – Filton’s Fonthill Park recently became the “sight” of swarms of white-coated BAE engineers and Army officers swinging sticks around and generally stepping gingerly through bushes and groves of trees. It may seem like a farcical play put … Continue reading
Posted in Europe, Military
Tagged Entertainment News, Europe, Funny, Humor, Military, Satire, Technology
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Iran’s Stealth Fighter Disappears
TEHRAN – In a stunning development Iran’s newest stealth fighter, the Qaher-313, has been stolen directly from the flight line during tests.”We had just fueled up and were getting ready to spin up the engine,” said an incredulous Hadya Harari, … Continue reading
Posted in Aviation, Middle-East
Tagged aviation, Entertainment News, Funny, Humor, Middle-East, Military, Technology, World
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