Concentration in Times of Stress
I have the attention span of a gnat these days. Although, knowing nothing about gnats other than their persistence at annoyance, maybe that’s not a good example. I would look for other examples, but I can’t concentrate long enough. I was thrilled to finally have time...
Observations from Single Life in Quarantine
This may seem odd, although that anything in today’s world would be perceived as odd anymore is hard to fathom, but the thing I find myself absolutely fixated on since the deadly Covid-19 uprooted all normalcy has been the absence of air traffic. Such a seemingly...
Wine, Women, and Words Podcast
The Wine, Women and Words podcast is live now. It was a total blast and the fun we had doing it really comes through. As they put it on their website: Settle in for a mini writer's workshop on flash fiction with author Jayne Martin as we discuss her newest book...
What Is Flash Fiction
I have an author’s note on the writing of my flash fiction book, Tender Cuts, over at Mom Egg Review.
Tender Cuts Featured on Mr. Bear’s Violet Hour Saloon
Recently excerpts from Tender Cuts were featured on the lovely podcast, "Mr. Bear's Violet Hour Saloon." You can listen here: "They're tiny stories but they pack a big punch," says Mr. Bear. Here's the podcast's description: "Welcome to Mr. Bear’s Violet Hour Saloon,...
Getting to the Point in Writing Flash Fiction: A New Interview at Heavy Feather Review
At Heavy Feather Review, Gay Degani interviewed me about Tender Cuts.
“T’was the Nightmare Before Christmas”
Stalking my ex on Christmas Eve was a bad idea.
What Is Flash Fiction?
Whether you already love flash fiction or are new to the genre, the stories in “Tender Cuts” exemplify all these important elements. This holiday season gift yourself or a friend with a copy. Buy from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or support indie...
Ten Things You Should Never Say To A Writer – Holiday Edition
The holidays, that joyous time of year when you get stuck talking to relatives and strangers you would otherwise avoid at parties you didn’t want to attend. Be prepared.
Craft Matters: Imagery Versus Description
We’ve all heard it ad nausem: “Show don’t tell.” That is especially true for microfiction, where imagery has to do the heavy lifting. And the more specific the imagery, the more likely your reader is to be drawn into your story and come away wanting more. ...
Jayne’s Latest Book
A Lobster Walks Into a Laundromat
”None of the women could recall when the lobster first appeared, his large claws clacking against the floor as he folded his laundry along with the rest of them.”