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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Sep 6

Justin Nicholes's tale is riveting, laden with symbolism and imagery. It says what it needs to without overstaying its welcome. Thank you Justin, this is everything a flash story should be.

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Always Already on Fire – Suddenly, And Without Warning

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Sep 5

Author Patrick Siniscalchi is so talented, he made me feel nostalgic for an era that isn't mine and has already been done to death. Well done, Patrick, this is impressive.

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Summer of ’74 – Suddenly, And Without Warning

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Sep 3

I'm proud to host Nancy S. Koven's tale, The Brown Coats. I was really struck by the imagery and metaphors in this one. Thank you Nancy! www.suddenlyandwithoutwarning.com/the-brown-co...

The Brown Coats – Suddenly, And Without Warning

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Ashleigh Adams 🖋️📚✨ @ashdoeswords.bsky.social · Sep 3

Reading is resistance. 🫡💪

Make The Planet Great Again... @turquoisemarble.bsky.social · Sep 2

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Sep 1

We've got a brilliant story for you today by author Lois Anne DeLong. Thank you Lois, I quite enjoyed this one.

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Heart In Soles – Suddenly, And Without Warning

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Aug 31

Today we have a poignant story from author Steven Lemprière. Thank you @stevenlempriere.bsky.social, looks like other people enjoyed it too.

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Aug 30

This is one of my favorite recent pieces. I'm happy author @patrickrossmfa.bsky.social submitted it. Stories like this are the reason I keep doing this.

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Removal – Suddenly, And Without Warning

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Aug 29

Rave reviews for tonight's story:

"my heart melted and my admiration grew, 5 stars"
"love, love, love!!"
"wonderful story!"

Thank you author Patricia Pease, you have clearly touched people.

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The Permanent Smile of a Good Sport – Suddenly, And Without Warning

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Aug 28

Anyone else eager for Halloween? Too bad, you're getting a werewolf story. One about two brothers. Thank you to returning author @travisflatt.bsky.social

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Werewolf Twins – Suddenly, And Without Warning

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Aug 28

We got a bunch more comments that I just approved. Thanks for leaving love to our talented authors!

Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Aug 10

Today I've brought you an inventive piece written by M D Smith IV: www.suddenlyandwithoutwarning.com/the-forgotte...

The Forgotten Bullet – Suddenly, And Without Warning

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Aug 7

We have something a bit more poetic/surreal for you this morning. Enjoy. Thank you author Selene Sezer.

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Subtler Edge, Phasings, and Other Notes on Why We Are Alone – Suddenly, And Without Warning

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Aug 4

Was hoping for a rich dude slap fight but I'll take it. Thank you Marc Frazier for your story.

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Movin’ on Up – Suddenly, And Without Warning

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Aug 2

Keith Parker's story of grit in the face of war and hardship is brilliant, and Suddenly And Without Warning is proud to host it. Thank you, Keith! www.suddenlyandwithoutwarning.com/the-last-cro...

The Last Crossing – Suddenly, And Without Warning

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Aug 1

Here's a sweet and sad moment between a daughter and her erstwhile father. Thank you, @rsnelsonwriter.bsky.social

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In the Early Morning – Suddenly, And Without Warning

You enter my bedroom in the early morning and, as usual, I pretend to sleep. Fear sips through my peach-colored sheets, even though I know I shouldn’t be afraid of you. You’re my dad and I know that you love me, that you would never harm me. Not intentionally at least.

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Aug 1

Bit of humor for you here on this Thursday night (you'll probably see this Friday, unless you're up doom-scrolling - GO TO BED!).

Thanks Lois Hibbert for their tale, Identified Flying Object. Seems you have a few fans!

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Identified Flying Object – Suddenly, And Without Warning

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Aug 1

In other words, if you've had a story published, come back every now and again to see if you've gotten that magical ~*engagement*~ to tickle your dopamine receptors.

Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Aug 1

BTW, double thank you to those who take the time to read/leave comments on stories. I know the authors are thrilled for the feedback. The comments may not show up immediately because they're screened, but I review/approve them as I publish the stories.

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Aug 1

MY FRIENDS

I have been a neglectful publisher and curator. Sorry for taking a couple weeks to get back to some of you. Not to mention, we have a wonderful backlog of flashes that I published, but my ADHD couldn't be arsed to plug. So let's play catch up, shall we?

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Jul 15

Tonight's charming story comes from Jenny Morelli. Thanks Jenny, this is lovely. www.suddenlyandwithoutwarning.com/the-elevator...

The Elevator Stop, Floor Twelve – Suddenly, And Without Warning

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Jul 13

Wanted to add that I really enjoyed this retelling of Caesar's murder that casts Brutus as a dumb patsy. This is very well thought-out and a pleasure to read. Thanks again Chris, this is next level.

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Jul 13

I don't think you have to have been through AA, NA, etc to appreciate the vivid vibe in Elizabeth Jannuzzi's tale. In that, it's like Infinite Jest. Luckily we cap our tales at 600 words :) Thanks @lizjannuzzi.bsky.social!

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An Ode to the Bleeding Deacons – Suddenly, And Without Warning

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Jul 13

Tonight's story is Death to Tie-Rants, a blast from the distant past. Thank you author Chris Krechowiecki-Shaw.

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Death to Tie-Rants – Suddenly, And Without Warning

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Jul 11

We have a beautiful burst of stories coming to you over the next few days. First is "Hunger, or Why I Don't Fear AI", by author Ed Kratz. Seems that AI should worry about the human condition that was foisted upon it and not vice versa.

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Hunger, or Why I Don’t Fear AI – Suddenly, And Without Warning

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Suddenly And Without Warning @sawwflashfiction.bsky.social · Jul 4

oh yeah and happy murica day or something

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