Flash Fiction Magazine - Issue 2

by Dina Paulson (Editor), Emily Clayton (Editor), Mark Anderson (Editor)

An enthralling anthology of brief encounters…

The third issue of Flash Fiction Magazine showcases the work of thirty exceptionally talented literary artists who have mastered the art of terse storytelling. The very short fiction featured in this magnificent collection runs the gamut from kitchen sink realism to outrageous farce to horror and fantasy. Covering a wide range of genres and styles, these short short stories invite the reader into myriad unforgettable lives and situations, offering among their many gifts lessons in balloon swallowing, powerful memories from the day the moon was conquered, and wedding flowers for the taking.

Genres: Flash Fiction

114 pages, Paperback

Published May 3, 2017

Reviews

[CT D'Alessandro · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have subscribed to this magazine for some months and read all three issues so far. I can only say that these collections get better and better. Whereas the first and second collection were of mixed quality, the good ones outweighing some weaker stories, here there are really very few stories that don't do what they have to do. There is a story for everyone - if you want a quick read that stays with you, the stories in this collection are excellent. Some of my favorites included I Wonder Wonder What the Poor People Are Doing? and The Balance of Water, among other very strong selections. I would honestly not only buy this one but keep an eye out for other collections. I think that they will only get better and better.

[Kathleen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Overall a great collection of flash fiction pieces. Appears to be a story for every reader. I’m drawn to this style of writing, where every word carries weight, tight writing is necessary, and universal themes reign. I particularly enjoyed Lullaby, Grateful Black Denim, and Hexagon. I found the language and imagery to be poetic. Great, relaxing read.