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A New Short Story by Author Heidi Slowinski
Posted on April 25, 2023 Leave a Comment
April Short Story Feature One of the highlights of my tenure as a member of Toastmasters was coordinating a Murder Mystery theme meeting. Keeping members engaged and motivated to continue working toward their goals can be a challenge. So in an effort to liven things up a bit, I worked with a few other members […]
[August Short Story Contest Winner] The Witch Doctor’s Blessing by Isaac Kal
Posted on September 12, 2022 Leave a Comment
Thank you to everyone who submitted work for the May Short Story Contest. The winning entry is: The Witch Doctor’s Blessing Isaac’s entry was in response to the writing prompt: A Short Story Inspired by Your Favorite Song. Born in 1958 , married and has 4 daughters. Isaac is an international businessman who lives in […]
A New Short Story by Author Heidi Slowinski
Posted on August 22, 2022 Leave a Comment
August Short Story Feature One of my writing goals for 2022 is to create more short stories. They’re a good creative exercise and sometimes lead to bigger ideas for novels. Or who knows, maybe an eventual collection of short stories in the form of a new book. Goodreads has recently done away with their creative […]
[June Featured Short Story] What Motivates You by Heidi Slowinski
Posted on June 13, 2022 Leave a Comment
Monthly Short Story Feature One of my writing goals for 2022 is to create more short stories. They’re a good creative exercise and sometimes lead to bigger ideas for novels. Or who knows, maybe an eventual collection of short stories in the form of a new book. For now, I’ve added them all to my […]
[May Short Story Contest Winner] Nothing Like a Relaxing Cruise by Kyra Robinov
Posted on June 6, 2022 Leave a Comment
Thank you to everyone who submitted work for the May Short Story Contest. The winning entry is: Nothing Like a Relaxing Cruise Kyra’s entry was in response to the writing prompt: A trip with an unexpected outcome. Kyra Robinov is a Manhattan-based writer who works in many genres—fiction, non-fiction, musical theatre, and children’s literature. She […]
[May Featured Short Story] My Name is Hathor by Heidi Slowinski
Posted on May 16, 2022 Leave a Comment
Monthly Short Story Feature One of my writing goals for 2022 is to create more short stories. They’re a good creative exercise and sometimes lead to bigger ideas for novels. Or who knows, maybe an eventual collection of short stories in the form of a new book. My selection this month is just for fun. […]
[April Featured Short Story] The Kashering by Heidi Slowinski
Posted on April 11, 2022 Leave a Comment
Monthly Short Story Feature One of my writing goals for 2022 is to create more short stories. They’re a good creative exercise and sometimes lead to bigger ideas for novels. Or who knows, maybe an eventual collection of short stories in the form of a new book. My selection this month is more personal in […]
[March Featured Short Story] The Bus to Haifa by Heidi Slowinski
Posted on March 14, 2022 Leave a Comment
Monthly Short Story Feature One of my writing goals for 2022 is to create more short stories. They’re a good creative exercise and sometimes lead to bigger ideas for novels. Or who knows, maybe an eventual collection of short stories in the form of a new book. The story I’ve selected for this month is […]
[February Short Story Contest Winner] Sirens by Lindsey B.
Posted on March 7, 2022 Leave a Comment
Thank you to everyone who submitted work for the February Short Story Contest. The winning entry is: Sirens by Lindsey B. Lindsey’s entry was in response to the writing prompt: Unconventional Love. I enjoy the double meaning of the title. Please Enjoy Sirens Even in my boyfriend’s shower, I don’t take off all my makeup. […]
[February Featured Short Story] Closing Time by Heidi Slowinski
Posted on February 14, 2022 Leave a Comment
Monthly Short Story Feature One of my writing goals for 2022 is to create more short stories. They’re a good creative exercise and sometimes lead to bigger ideas for novels. Or who knows, maybe an eventual collection of short stories in the form of a new book. The story I’ve selected for this month is […]
