Mini Stories

"The length of a film should be directly related to the endurance of the human bladder"

Alfred Hitchcock

Sometimes the same can be said of a story. Most of us have at least a novel or two lying around that we know will be a great read, but do not start it for lack of time. Enter the mini story.

Mini stories are great. They can pack much of the thrill and excitement, along with the twists and turns of a normal length short story in a very small package. They are especially practical for those lazy Sundays - you know, when you want to finish the last stretch of that novel you've been tackling, but you'd rather hit the couch with the remote instead.

Well, don't feel guilty, because I'm about to do the same thing today. But before you dive into your favorite movie channel, may I suggest a quick mini story first? They are usually less than 1,000 words and may even make you chuckle or give you a healthy laugh.

Beginning today, we will be posting a mini story on our web site, under "Mini Stories," every Sunday through the end of 2009. (The mystery web site that is at .net - see www.ctmartinauthor.net/mini_stories) If you like them, please drop a comment here on the blog. Who knows? Maybe we'll continue during 2010.

Mini Story for October 24, 2009: The Vulture Affair

Well, in honor of the mini story and out of consideration for your bladder - that's all for now!

Have a great read,

CT