Discussion - January 2020 - 75 word writing challenge

[Parson]

@Karn's Return .... Of a Different Nature .... Karn tells a tale of pets in captivity which might give us some new insights.

 

[Parson]

@Luiglin .... Cognizant Artificial Telos .... Luiglin writes us a story in which telos is magnificently seen. I wanted to purr.

 

[The Judge]

We have a long time to wait until voting is open here, so if you've a mind to read good stories and you want to vote on it -- here's your chance POLL -- Kraxon Magazine Story of the Year for 2019 -- READ FIRST POST!

Three votes are available, but as per the 300 Worder, they all have to be made at the same time.

There's £100 for the winning story -- so get voting!

 

[Starbeast]

Nice idea for the challenge @dannymcg

Ironically, I had an idea for the 300 first. Yesterday I came up with two ideas for the 75. I chose and submitted.

Now that I'm in.......where's the buffet?

 

[Danny McG]

Nice idea for the challenge @dannymcg

My original one was gonna be pets and anything in the Star Trek franchise.....all the series (including the animated one from the 1970's) all the films, books, comics etc

I think I had vague hopes of a kitten Vs tribble battle!

 

[Starbeast]

@dannymcg Star Trek/pets. I'm glad you didn't. There would have been about twelve Data and Spot tales. Although it would be funny to read about a kitten fighting bloated Tribbles that mostly lounge around.

"All of the litter boxes are overflowing. That is the last straw. Set phasers to, disintegrate."​

 

[Parson]

@Starbeast .... Reunited With My Puppy Dog .... Beast makes us consider our actions and the grace that can be offered by a dog.

 

[Parson]

@Daysman .... Missing .... D-Man tells about someone doing the right thing and reporting a dangerous rabbit. Alcohol may be involved.

 

[Victoria Silverwolf]

Cat's Cradle demonstrates how everything old is new again.

dannymcg paints a portrait of amoral selfishness.

Culhwch reveals the pain and joy of friendship.

mosaix warns against underestimating others.

Ian Fortytwo describes very different reactions to the same situation.

reiver33 unwraps hidden transactions.

Guttersnipe ponders the advantages and disadvantages of novelty.

Margaret Note Spelling demonstrates the restrictions of the law.

Karn's Return shows how the shoe doesn't always fit on the other foot.

Luiglin proves that technology is unpredictable.

Starbeast promises that bygones can be bygones.

Daysman finds something new in a classic.

J Riff provides evidence that you can't change a leopard's spots.

 

[Victoria Silverwolf]

scarpelius presents a situation offering difficult choices.

 

[Parson]

@J Riff .... DirtBox Earth .... J Riff has written a completely impossible story, be sure to read episode 1 of the S Box chronicles.

@Victoria Silverwolf .... Companionship .... Victoria tells us a bittersweet tale which will last in my head for a while.

@scarpelius .... A cold New Year's Eve in Trantcore .... Scarpe gives us a too common problem with a serious twist of the knife.

 

[Parson]

@jackwinabox56 .... The Farm .... Jack tells a tale of a sweet future which all animal lovers will appreciate.

 

[Marvin]

I‘m in, I decided I had better include the title in the count in case it is viewed as a vital part of the whole.
Variation on a theme already done twice (maybe more?) so far, but it was in my head before reading others, so I stuck with it.
Enjoyed that one, thanks @dannymcg

 

[Adriano P. Eliezer]

This was my first post on the forum. I have been only reading the threads for quite some time. It felt nice to click on that little red button saying "Post reply"

 

[Ian Fortytwo]

Thanks to @Parson and @Victoria Silverwolf for their reviews.

 

[telperon]

I found it difficult to keep to the 75 words. Any thoughts on how to self edit with those kind of constraints? How do you convey other elements that are part of you thoughts while heavily editing what you write or is that the point, "Keep it Concise"?

 

[Danny McG]

I found it difficult to keep to the 75 words. Any thoughts on how to self edit with those kind of constraints? How do you convey other elements that are part of you thoughts while heavily editing what you write or is that the point, "Keep it Concise"?

That's all part of the experience.
I'm often twice the allowed words and then the editing destroys my story.

And welcome to Chronicles btw

 

[telperon]

That's all part of the experience.
I'm often twice the allowed words and then the editing destroys my story.

And welcome to Chronicles btw

Thanks very much

 

[Culhwch]

I found it difficult to keep to the 75 words. Any thoughts on how to self edit with those kind of constraints? How do you convey other elements that are part of you thoughts while heavily editing what you write or is that the point, "Keep it Concise"?

That's all part of the experience.
I'm often twice the allowed words and then the editing destroys my story.

And welcome to Chronicles btw

I think that's the trick -- trying to make sure you haven't got too much story for the length. If what I'm writing feels like it's going to be too big, then I'll cut my losses and start again. If you look at the types of stories that win, I think you'll usually find a simple narrative, well executed, and rarely something complex squished down into seventy-five words.

Oh, and keep what you toss, because it always might fit a three hundred worder some day!

 

[Victoria Silverwolf]

jackwinabox57 offers hope after profound loss.

Marvin proves the importance of following the instructions.

Adriano P. Eliezer demonstrates resilience against dangerous situations.

Ursa major shows the critical value of proper communication.

telperon warns against the possibility of appearance being deceiving.