50 Word Stories

50 word story: ‘Discovery’

~ Ro ~ Leave a comment

Sooo, after I scribbled this one, my brain started whirring, with lots of ideas stemming from this story – that can only be a good thing, right?

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I stop at the doorway, listening, the photograph in my hand.

“He suspects,” Mum says. “Should we tell him?” Continue reading →

50 Word Story: ‘Courage’

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Hi folks! Ok, so a bit later than I said, and the 50 word story challenge first, but still…enjoy!

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Liam sees the rifle nudge her back, a warning.

“Do it.” The soldier is impatient.

Liam’s gaze flicks to his own revolver, pointed at his father, who is still resolute in The Cause.

Suddenly, his wife finds courage, swings an elbow – makes contact.

Liam repositions, fires, and all three run.

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It occurs to me it’s not really a 50 word ‘challenge’ as such, I think others just say ‘here’s a 50 word story’ but because I found it REALLY HARD, I think that’s why I’m using the word ‘challenge’ :s

As it’s my first 50 word story, feedback is massively appreciated 😀

Thanks for stopping by!

Ro x