Revolution Before Morning
Reflect, Evolve… Revolt!
Do you write flash fiction on Medium?
Why not check out the latest Microcosm prompt. See Below.
You have until the end of 15th to send in a story using the theme REVOLUTION. All will be showcased.
Here’s the info you need…
Thomas was thrown into a dirty room with a dried blood-stained floor and walls. He’d heard about these rooms before. The Revolution never did anything to deny their existence. On the contrary, they often indirectly referred to the rooms in their propaganda, claiming that re-education is an important part of the Revolutionary Path America needs to take.
Thomas’s Last Stand by Hanan Kevich
Let’s take a look at the latest prompt.
Revolution: Theme from 1st to the 15th October
The last prompt was Evolve. And we received some amazing stories.
Now, following on from reflecting and evolving, we come to the latest theme REVOLUTION.
Reflect, Evolve… Revolt!
The quote at the top of this post is from a recent story on Tantalizing Tales about revolutionary re-education. It’s a compelling read about Thomas, being kidnapped, beaten, and “re-educated” in a dystopian society where mild disagreement with the ruling ideology is not tolerated. It may inspire some ideas if you can’t think of a storyline.
Then…
Have a look at this post from Zane (right click to open in a new window) — Prompt: Revolution. - but ignore his word count…
The word count for this challenge is up to you, but over 300 words and less than 1000.
Challenge — Write a flash fiction story using the theme REVOLUTION: a very important change in the way that people do things.
It’s a fiery, strong opinion on how things should be done… but you can also have your own personal revolution!Inspiration — Read the story at the top if you need inspiration. Or if you are wanting a more light-hearted look at the prompt then check out this one… by Zane Dickens the Instigator
— Pizza Revolution Sometimes it’s not about how it starts but where it ends.Check the guidelines if you are unsure about format, tags and such like.
How about it
- - - - -We have had some fab flashes in so far - find them here.
My writing process is in need of a revolution. Motivation...coffee...something.
I'll try! 😁
Damn! I always forget to check the prompts! Thanks for the reminder May!