By Ekta R. Garg Prompt: Cam sighed with relief and exhaustion as the band finished its set at the late-night coffee shop. She stretched then continued to pack up her guitar and mic. When she yawned, her bandmates pushed her to get some coffee or tea and go home. After a moment of deliberation she… Continue reading Exercising the craft—November 11, 2019
By Ekta R. Garg Prompt: She leaned closer, as if to kiss me. Her breath fanned my ear as she whispered, “We’re being watched.” https://promptuarium.wordpress.com/2019/10/26/being-watched-2/ ***** My only goal last night was to go to a bar to forget Beth. I had absolutely no intention of hooking up with another girl. I definitely didn’t have… Continue reading Exercising the craft—November 4, 2019
(There’s a bravery here that will make you sit back and think.) https://www.craftliterary.com/2019/09/27/winters-marilyn-hope/# ***** (Sometimes we need that defiance of the laws of nature to keep us going during the hard days.) https://mastersreview.com/new-voices/simple-physics-by-kevin-leahy/ ***** (One of the most appealing things about flash fiction is all the punch that gets packed into small spaces. Check out… Continue reading Writers’ showcase, October 28, 2019
By Ekta R. Garg Prompt: Please share your first 50 words on the topic “I wish.” https://first50.wordpress.com/2019/10/14/i-wish-4/ ***** After the waiter took their drink orders, he reached into his briefcase for the documents. She pursed her lips and sat back; he clenched a fist under the table. “I wish…” she began. “I know,” he said.… Continue reading Exercising the craft—October 14, 2019
By Ekta R. Garg Prompt: The whole town was keeping a secret from the outside world, and they were willing to do anything to protect it. https://promptuarium.wordpress.com/2019/09/21/town-secret/ ***** Harper leaned on his cane and waved at the thronging media as he approached the small podium to address them. He tried to keep a smile affixed… Continue reading Exercising the craft—September 23, 2019
