7 Ways To Write Flash Fiction with Windy Lynn Harris

  In this revist of my interview with writer Windy Lynn Harris, we talk about Seven Ways to Write Flash Fiction, a skill that is extremely handy during the upcoming StoryADay challenge Sign up for the challenge at StoryADay.org CHAPTERS: 1:16 Flash art comes organically when being open. 6:58 Flash fiction: creative, short, under 500 words. 12:28 Be specific in short flash fiction writing. 13:05 Editing is essential for shorter pieces. 17:37 Essential aspect of storytelling, representing a moment. 19:32 Woman faces fear, mystery, and self-discovery. 23:27 Enjoy working on soliloquies and rants in writing. 26:56 Background, training influence the form of writing. 29:13 Accessing your authentic voice is essential. 33:08 Writers adapting to shorter work during pandemic. 36:51 Creativity can flourish without lofty goals. 41:05 Distraction in the world, set timer, create. 43:12 First book on writing short stories. 46:12 Strategic shorts can boost writing career prospects. 49:43 Writing needs community for support, progress, success. 54:27 Exciting prompts for daily creative writing in May.