Romantic weekend getaway.
In my last two posts I’ve discussed flash fiction and sudden fiction and how much they permit me to vent random thoughts and quirky ideas that pop into my head during the day. My discussion on sudden fiction showed how, even in such a short writing space, twists in the tale can be discovered in the storyline as it proceeds to conclusion.
Lying and deception are very much part of these two forms of microfiction where it is alright to be found out - but not too soon. The deception, that often relies on the readers personal experiences and assumptions, intrigues them with the first few words then carries their interest enticingly through to the end.
By importing the reader’s intimate personal experiences to the story, depth and richness can be added to the tale and this is a constant writing challenge in the development of the ongoing deception.
The microfiction then becomes a puzzle where even the most astute reader fails to figure out where the story is leading, or even the circumstances of the story, until the very last line.
In ‘Romantic weekend getaway with Fred‘, which is a short flash fiction story about a weekend hotel break romance, we know Angela had a great weekend but wonder why she is so astonished and is absolutely determined to prevent her husband finding out.
Our minds are focused on both what and why. We are intrigued. We are drawn into the puzzle and according to those who have commented on the story, the final line still comes as something of a surprise.
So that is why I say that writing microfiction is like lying whilst knowing that you are bound to be found out - but hopefully not too soon!
Your comments are welcome 
Bye for now
Rob
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