Rachael Harrie has got a fantastical challenge this week for us Crusaders. If you haven't heard of the Crusade click on my badge on the sidebar for information. If you're looking to participate in a blogfest visit Rachel's blog for a list of what is going on in Bloggerville.
Also, there has been a new blog started called Write Hope. There are some stellar things to bid on (Holy STELLAR things) with proceeds benefiting the victims of Japan.
Gander on over and take a peek.
The Crusade Challenge:
Write a flash fiction story (in any format) in 100 words or less, excluding the title. Begin the story with the words, “The goldfish bowl teetered” These four words will be included in the word count.
Everyone is very welcome to take part, though only Crusaders will be eligible for the prizes. Entries over 100 words will not be considered. Entries will be judged on various criteria, including originality, word count, and entertainment value.
Here is my entry at 100 words (and my very first flash fiction story ever).
Midnight Dreams
The goldfish bowl teetered on the edge of the flimsy nightstand and crashed to the floor.
I didn’t think. Only react.
The goldfish slithered through my fingers. I scooped it into a glass breathing a sigh of relief.
I turned to the bobcat. Orange fur shined in the moonlight. He rubbed against my leg purring. “Stop shape shifting in the house. My pet is not your dinner!”
John jumped on the bed, fur disappeared and his lip quivered. “Can I have you for dinner instead?”
I slid between the blankets. He nibbled and licked at my ear. “Yes, oh yes.”
34 comments:
Very interesting story! And I was not expecting the ending!
I saw your comment on Elana's blog, so I wanted to stop by to follow yours.
Nice ta meet ya!
Oh, that was a sexy ending! Great one!
Great story, particularly the ending. *winks*
This is a great entry.
Naughty, naughty. Great job!
Nikki
Ha, nice twist/surprise at the end. Intriguing read and original take on those same 4 words! :)
I love it. You not only saved the fish, but you got secuced as well, all in a hundred words :-)
Good twist. I didn't expect that.
Ooh, sexy! I like it :D
Definitely didn't expect that twist. Naughty, naughty bobcat!
Nice twist I wasn't expecting LOL
Why hello there naughty twist! Lol! Very fun take. ☺
Ha. Nice! Very well done :)
Bad kitty! Good job!
Wow, didn't see that one coming :) Great first flash fiction story ever! And thanks so much for the shout-out for Write Hope :)
Hugs,
Rach
Interesting. Definitely keeps you guessing.
nice twist - liked it
I liked how this story kept twisting, keeping my on my toes as I read. Nicely done!
I realized I haven't been following. So many Crusaders! Sorry for my oversight, and I've rectified the problem!!
Love how just about every sentence was a twist! Great job
Nice. Shape shifting boyfriend eh? =)
Surprising end! I love it. Very well done and I especially like the way your word choices accent the mood.
Ooh, saucy! :D
Fun! Nice job with this. Thanks for stopping by my blog!
Steamy! I love it! Great job!
Mmm, delicious! Thanks for sharing.
I like the shape-shifter angle! I've found that trying to eat women's pets doesn't leave them too enamoured with me, but whatever floats your boat.
Love the sexy twist!
I love these sultry entries! Who would've thunk a goldfish bowl = sexy? :-) I really enjoyed this one!
EJ
Sexy! I like your take on the challenge!
Nice and steamy! ;) I like your take on the challenge - thanks for sharing!
Interesting piece of flash. Had to read twice to *get it*, but once I did I thought, oh yeh!!
Anyway crusader saying hi.
I really enjoyed this and the twist at the end was really great. Very unexpected and creative. :)
Ooh, that's kinda naughty. And I liked it. ;)
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