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Closet Monsters: 99 Word Flash fiction

Posted on March 15, 2016 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

The oedematous black bags surrounding her huge eyes grew with each sleepless night. She had to keep alert, prepared to fight, should the monsters leave the closet. During the day they hid in the dresses and blouses hanging in the … Continue reading →

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Research: 99 Word Flash Fiction

Posted on March 7, 2016 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

Jemima and I tiptoed into the library. Mrs Hinkshell, stared at us. “Good morning girls.What do you want today? Another Green Gables book?” “Thanks. We’re just looking today.” We escaped to nonfiction. Jemima kept lookout whilst I went to the … Continue reading →

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The Final Gallop:99 Word Flash Fiction

Posted on February 29, 2016 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

Ken -tuck – y, Ken -tuck – y, Ken -tuck – y, Ken -tuck – y, Ken -tuck – y, Ken -tuck – y, Ken -tuck – y, Ken -tuck – y. The noise of the gallop grew louder. Breathless, the sound of the beating hooves reverberated … Continue reading →

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Wild Spaces: 99 word Flash Fiction

Posted on February 16, 2016 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

“Good-bye” “Thanks for a great stay.” Our farewells rang out with empty words, belying  the couple’s desperation to get back to civilisation. The truck roared off, disappearing in the cloud of dust that rose in its wake. I heard Caleb’s … Continue reading →

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Power Shifts: 99 Word Flash Fiction

Posted on February 9, 2016 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

“Time to leave Tristam.”  The barman cleared the glasses. “You’ve had enough.” “Don’t tell me what to do. All day they’ve been at me. The bastards, they think they own me. Do this Tristam. Do that Tristam. Can’t just leave me … Continue reading →

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Apple Watch: 99 Word Flash Fiction

Posted on January 19, 2016 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

Once upon a time there lived a miserly woman who hid her money under the mattress. One day she died. That night the beneficiary dreamt he was to give the cash to the poor, keeping only twenty dollars for himself. … Continue reading →

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Rebellion: 99 Word Flash Fiction

Posted on January 12, 2016 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

“Nancy, clean your room.” “No!” “Nancy, I said clean your room. The cleaner’s coming.” “Well let her clean.”  “Nancy, go and do your homework.” “No!” “Nancy will you please go and wipe up the dishes.” “No!” “Nancy will you go … Continue reading →

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Industrious: 99 Word Flash Fiction

Posted on January 5, 2016 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

Industrious Ants and bees But like the queen I’d like to be with drones and workers  at my whim Industrious , for I’ll accept no shirkers.   Industrious The  revolution they’d have you believe  was a precursor to that other … Continue reading →

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Dhobi Wallahs: Looky loo 99 Word Flash Fiction

Posted on December 15, 2015 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

For centuries Dharval’s family had been Dhobi Wallahs but his clients were now dwindling, no longer wanting the function the family performed. India was becoming too affluent. The Hyatt Hotel, his last pick-up, always had a consignment. He grabbed the … Continue reading →

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The First Step: 99 Word Flash Fiction

Posted on November 30, 2015 by Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

Emily’s excitement was palpable at her first excursion out as a single woman. She applied her face, hiding her fear. Her foot faltered on the step leading to the dance studio. She battled the urge to turn and run. Play … Continue reading →

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