Discussion Thread -- February 2016 75-word Writing Challenge

[TheDustyZebra]

We should, perhaps, add a reminder here, given that the genre lends itself to the gruesome, that this is a family-friendly site. Please do feel free to inquire of the mods if you think you might be crossing a line.

 

[Dan Jones]

Thanks for the review, Victoria!

DG portrays the ultimate horror: writer's block.

 

[Cat's Cradle]

Well, that's my story and I'm sticking to it! I'm in.

 

[StilLearning]

My wife has pointed out to me that I should go on record as saying: I was raised a methodist, am currently an agnostic, and have friends of all different religions. So my story is fiction, not what I believe, and not meant to be a swing at anyone's faith. If the mods feel it might cause any offence, please remove it with my blessing.

But the brief was for horror....

 

[johnnyjet]

So my story is fiction, not what I believe, and not meant to be a swing at anyone's faith.

No offense taken from this Christian. First of all, everyone to their own beliefs. Secondly, what I love about the speculative fiction genre in all its varied forms is the openness to all ideas. Finally, yes, it is fiction, and I too write fiction that does not necessarily reflect my beliefs.

By the way, it is pretty horrific! Nice job.

 

[Parson]

StilLearning --- No offense taken by this Parson. But for someone like me that would be the ultimate horror. (Shudder!)

D.G. Jones --- Clever use of the forum word processor. Some years ago Mouse won easily in part because her story took the shape of a mouse.

 

[StilLearning]

Thank you guys, for the reassurance and the compliments. Oddly, even though I don't consider myself of any particular religion, I found writing that quite difficult - which was what made me put that one up rather than any of my other ideas.....

 

[Victoria Silverwolf]

Cat's Cradle -- The melancholy tale of love lost is sure to bring tears to the reader's eyes.

Droflet -- The author creates an ever-increasing sense of suspense in this tense thriller.

StilLearning -- The vast, cosmic scale of this philosophical fantasy stretches the imagination.

 

[Vaz]

Thanks for the lovely review as always Victoria

 

[Vaz]

Great entries already. Nice efforts people

 

[Ihe]

What a rush to discover what this month's theme and genre would be! I'm not even a fan of horror, but I've never tried it. This is a superior challenge that got me pumped up. Expect my story soon!

 

[Cascade]

And it's wonderful seeing you back in the challenges, Cascade! I missed your stories, CC

Aw shucks. Thanks CC, and Thanks for the wonderful review Victoria.

 

[Victoria Silverwolf]

Ihe -- The author captures the claustrophobic feeling of a nightmare in this creepy tale.

Clockworkbot -- By combining elements of the supernatural with a suggestion of the Old West, this story creates it own atmosphere.

 

[Shyrka]

Great entries already. Nice efforts people

I know. I can't believe I have to wait a whole month to find out who's won!

 

[Shyrka]

Shyrka -- With a delicate touch, the author creates the perfect setting for an unexpected menace.

Wow, 'delicate touch' is not something I'm often accused of possessing. I tend to be more the 'blunder into things whilst knocking stuff over' type. Much obliged, Victoria.

 

[Victoria Silverwolf]

J5V -- This sobering allegory is sure to make the reader ponder human existence.

 

[J5V]

J5V -- This sobering allegory is sure to make the reader ponder human existence.

(bows with flourish) I hope that mere human existence is enough for SFFC

 

[Bowler1]

Reviews by Parson now as well, good lad. I'm in a general dithering mood which is why I've not put my effort up yet. I'm off down the shooting range for a bit to blow off my frustrations by blowing stuff up.

 

[Parson]

Reviews by Parson now as well, good lad. I'm in a general dithering mood which is why I've not put my effort up yet. I'm off down the shooting range for a bit to blow off my frustrations by blowing stuff up.

Reviews? ..... What reviews?

 

[Droflet]

Thanks Victoria. Like everyone, I always look forward to your wonderful reviews.