New Flash Fiction

Just Published by Spinozablue

New Flash Fiction – Room 391

I am jazzed to announce the publication of a New Flash Fiction – Room 391. My dark flash fiction story Room 391 has just been published by the good folks at Spinozablue. Room 391 tells the tale of a banal Monday morning meeting in a top-secret government facility.

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Mash the big orange button, and you’ll be whisked away to a very tasty literature and arts ‘Zine: Spinozablue. If you love edgy prose and eye-bursting art, this is your ‘Zine.

Read Room 391

As luck would have it, I scored an acceptance from the editors at Spinozablue on the first submission. Writers are delusional by nature, but sometimes stories and editors click into place. This was one of those lucky occasions. But back to the pitch, besides reading my story Room 391 (yes please!) you can peruse the whole lineup at Spinozablue here:

https://spinozablue.com/

Yurp in Winter

A cautionary word about Northern Europe in February: Don’t. I huddle inside the lonely MEF writer’s garret, bundled up and trying to stay warm. Meanwhile, it’s busy, busy, busy, like good little Bokononists. May you live in interesting times, cursed the small, wizened monk. Too true. Have a look out the window.

That said, Room 391 is my seventh published piece for 2025. There are a whole lot more stories coming your way, so hold onto your hats, folks! So, how will you know when a new story breaks? Glad you asked, Friends. Read On! Drum roll and… Meanwhile, don’t miss any upcoming stories. You can stay tuned for all the latest by following the MEF blog:

https://bro.uxw.mybluehost.me/whats-new-in-marcos-world-the-blog/

New Satirical Flash Fiction – Tiff Goes to the Fair

Tiff Goes to the Fair – Short, sharp satire

My latest flash story Tiff Goes to the Fair has just been published by the good folks at The Insurgence. Tiff Goes to the Fair tells the tale of a girl who dreams of being an influencer, and the job fair that is her one chance to achieve her dream.

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To start, let me offer up thanks and a shout-out to the editors of The Insugence. I am proud to be a part of this socially conscious ‘Zine. Second, I’m giving a tip of the lid to The Insurgence for accepting a satirical piece. Satire is a dangerous game these days. The easily offended tribe might burn one at the stake. With that said, why don’t you run on over to The Insurgence and check out all the fine literary treats on offer?

Read Tiff Goes to the Fair

The Insurgence appears on SubStack, a great resource for writers. Consider subscribing to SubStack for all sorts of interests, art, literature, and more. The Insurgence offers fiction, photography, art, and poetry. Plus, it’s a FREE online read. Follow the link, click on the banner image, and–Bingo!–you’re reading online. Easey-peasey. Show the editors some love, support an Indie Author (yours truly!), and all without forking over a dime. You can’t lose!

https://insurgence.substack.com/

Tell ’em Marco sent ya, right? I can use the writer’s karma points.

Summer Disappears in Flood…

Not only is summer gone, it’s been washed away in a deluge. Vienna is in the midst of a monsoon. Two hundred centimeters of rain in five days. That’s about eight inches for you folk on the other side of the pond. The flood watch is on and the water’s rising.

Life rafts or no, things are buzzing here at the MEF garret. Look for more tales going live this month. How will you know when a new story breaks free? Glad you asked, Friends. Read On!

Drum roll and… Meanwhile, don’t miss any upcoming stories. You can stay tuned for all the latest by following the MEF blog:

https://bro.uxw.mybluehost.me/whats-new-in-marcos-world-the-blog/

The Flasher – New Flash Fiction

New Flash Fiction – The Flasher

New Flash Fiction – The Flasher. My newest flash fiction story appears in the latest issue of Hotch Potch Literature & Art. I am thrilled to be a part of Hotch Potch. This is our fifth issue and I could not be prouder. The Flasher was inspired by the cover art image as seen above. A young woman, her mirror, and the long pause to inspect a life lived. Yes, we will grow old, but in the meantime, there is living to do.

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Read The Flasher

It goes without saying that everyone loves a good read. Better than that, how about a free read? And still more, how about an entire magazine delivered as a free download or a free online read? That’s right, Friends and Neighbors, Hotch Potch Volume Three Issue One is completely free, a labor of love delivered to your hungry reader eyes.

There is no doubt that Hotch Potch is a great mix of stories, art, and more. Guest artists create beautiful artwork, then guest writers write stories based on those images. Intrigued? You should be! Besides reading my story (yes please!) you can peruse the current issues at:

https://dl.bookfunnel.com/iht57nsws4

How about a second issue? No problem, readers:

https://dl.bookfunnel.com/i1wfjmuzk9

July Insanity…

In our last few installments, I mentioned that July has been shaping up to be a bit frantic. Please disregard all of my prior statements. This July borders on the abyss. Seven (count ’em, seven!) stories accepted so far this month. There are so many stories going live, I must admit I’m having trouble keeping up. Fear not, for I will endeavor to persevere.

That’s it, Lovely Readers! I hope you enjoy this latest bit of dark fiction. Meanwhile, don’t miss any upcoming stories. You can stay tuned for all the latest by following the MEF blog:

https://bro.uxw.mybluehost.me/whats-new-in-marcos-world-the-blog/

New Satirical Flash Fiction – TIMEOUT

Timeout – New Flash Fiction

New Satirical Flash Fiction! My latest short story, Timeout, has just been published by Superpresent Magazine. Timeout tells the tale of two very different women, an angry toddler, and a box of cereal. The genre is literary flash fiction. Click on the cover and you can read it online for free.

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Firstly, I want to throw down a big thank you and shoutout to the editors of Superpresent Magazine. Timeout is my second written work to be featured in Superpresent. Secondly, Friends and Neighbors, I’m here to tell you that Superpresent is a great online ‘Zine. You can show your support for these hard-working editors (and Indie Writers) by giving them a try. Finally, if that isn’t enough to set the hook, my story Timeout is a FREE online read. Just click the cover image and an online reader option will appear. Grab a dose of reading by giving my story Timeout a try. Mash the big button to get to the Superpresent website:

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Indeed, everyone loves a FREE read. There is no doubt that Superpresent is a wonderfully odd mix of literary treats, strange art, and more. Of course, please read my story, but more fun is on offer. As well as Timeout, you can peruse their lineup at:

https://superpresent.org

A Jangled June…

Summer Solstice is here and gone, the heat has arrived, and it’s bedlam here at the MEF headquarters.. Not only are stories flying out the door but there is a steady flow of acceptances arriving on the virtual doorstep. Yes, Friends and Neighbors, June has been a month of “We Love It!” In fact, four stories grabbed the big acceptance ring in the last four days. That’s a new MEF record! With that in mind, look for more stories coming your way. Lots more stories! At least one story still to go live this month. Stay tuned for all the updates and never miss a story.

That’s it, Lovely Readers! Meanwhile, I hope you enjoy this latest story. Additionally, you can stay tuned for all the latest by following the MEF blog:

https://bro.uxw.mybluehost.me/whats-new-in-marcos-world-the-blog/

Summer Reading