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Tag Archives: flash fiction
The Devil’s Chief Of Staff
I wildly shoveled another forkful of omelet into my mouth like I hadn’t had anything to eat in weeks. Sure, I was embarrassed by my gluttonous behavior, but it was so delicious, and I was absolutely ravenous after my morning … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Politics, Writing
Tagged Chief of Staff, flash fiction, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Politics, sarcasm, satire, short story, Steve Bannon, Sundays With Satan Short Story Series, The Devil
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The Gorgeous Girl in the Hideous Hoodie
Justin and Marc always sat at the outermost table in the busy quad because they thought it gave them the best view for people watching. At the moment, however, both young men were clearly more interested in their phones than … Continue reading
Posted in Dating, Humor, Writing
Tagged boy meets girl, flash fiction, getting up the nerve to ask her out, Humor, meet cute, Modern Philosopher, Romantic, sarcasm, satire, short story, witty banter
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Dear Devil…
“I have a special power that I’ve never told you about because I didn’t want you to freak out,” was the way the Devil decided to break the silence on what had been a peaceful Sunday afternoon. I put down … Continue reading
Posted in Dating, Humor, Writing
Tagged advice column, flash fiction, Humor, mind reading, Modern Philosopher, Relationships, sarcasm, satire, short story, Sundays With Satan Short Story Series, The Devil
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Vanity Is Hell
Have you ever felt like the Devil was watching every move you make? As a Catholic School survivor, I know this feeling well. The Nuns taught us all about it for eight years. The Devil is always watching. One slip … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged flash fiction, Humor, life in hell, magic mirror, Modern Philosopher, sarcasm, satire, short story, Sundays With Satan Short Story Series, The Devil, vanity
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A Gargoyle Never Tells
It was a perfect summer night to sit up on the roof of The House on the Hill, but my faithful Gargoyle was smart enough to know I had ulterior motives. Gary turned on his perch at the edge of … Continue reading
Posted in Dating, Humor, Writing
Tagged dream girl, flash fiction, gargoyle, Humor, lacking self confidence, Modern Philosopher, sarcasm, satire, screenwriting, secret crush, short story
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Don’t Shake On It
“I’m so sorry I’m tardy,” The Devil apologized as he strode into the living room. As always, he was wearing an impeccably tailored suit, but today, it was covered in lint and dust, which was clearly driving my guest insane. … Continue reading
