An illustration of an old man who looks rather like a wise Gandalf. Above his head is written some text, which reads: Fiction builds empathy. Fiction is something you build up from 26 letters and a handful of punctuation marks. And you, and you alone, using your imagination, create a world and people it and look out through other eyes. You’re being someone else, and when you return to your own world, you’re going to be slightly changed
Part of a visual essay on why we need libraries written for The Guardian; words by Neil Gaiman, illustration by Chris Riddell.
29.10.2023 09:45
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I did not win (again). Sad. Might perk up and try next month but let’s see…
25.10.2023 20:32
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October 2023 Monthly Micro Shortlist – Retreat West
Have you voted for your favourite story yet? There’s still time and there’s just a few votes between 3 stories in the lead! www.retreatwest.co.uk/october-2023...
20.10.2023 13:11
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NEW! Under represented writer residencies - Bridport Prize
Fully funded writer residencies in Dorset. Please share
18.10.2023 08:25
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Ten micros on the theme of sun, one is mine but I must keep shtum. Please read and vote! #flashfiction
17.10.2023 06:43
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Well that’s intriguing. Congrats
16.10.2023 21:06
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New Prize for non fiction by black wimen. Please share
cassavarepublic.biz/black-womens...
13.10.2023 08:19
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Thank you Matt. Yes on Monday - prob not worth learning meditation/adopting another pet.
13.10.2023 07:37
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Just realised this is why I have so many pets.
12.10.2023 21:21
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Thanks Matt. Now it feels like such a long wait until the next stage. I either have to learn to meditate or enter another million-billion competitions immediately to distract me. Tips?
12.10.2023 21:17
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I’m pretty sure you’re not being paid for all you do Matt. Thank you very much.
12.10.2023 20:38
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Me, me, me! And a few others - may the best micros reach the next stage! #microfiction #writersunited (Are there hashtags over here? Just making a few up).
12.10.2023 20:35
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Writers! Do you have a masterpiece handy? ...
For the next month, we're open to submissions from women writers. For more information, head here:
www.galleybeggar.co.uk/submissions
(We'll be very grateful if you could share widely!)
10.10.2023 10:02
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It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia screencap with Frank wearing a ‘Life is Happy’ t-shirt
Happy Monday everyone! Let’s get the positive vibes flowing for the new week!
Hope everyone has a good one and the words flow!
#writing #authors #writingcommunity💙📚 🖊️📚
09.10.2023 06:21
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Hello. Nice to meet you!
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Prattlefog & Gravelrap | Matt Kendrick | Substack
A monthly article series about the elements of short fiction: ideas for rocket-boosting your writing craft, reading recommendations, and other writing-related ramblings. Click to read Prattlefog & Gra...
I've got a new newsletter coming out next week with a few bits and bobs I'm excited to share with the writing community. Would love to reach 1600 subscribers before then. If you read & enjoy my monthly ramblings, please spread the word by reposting. TY!
#writers #flashfiction #writingcraft
29.09.2023 10:57
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