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How To Write Fantastic Stories That Will Impact Readers

After a decade of crafting short stories and flash fiction on my blog, I’ve learned valuable storytelling techniques, which I shared in a guest post. But what helped me write better stories that many readers seem to love? Read on for more details.
True Stories: Confessions Of A Gay Man – Pride

The first Gay Pride march in London in 1972 marked a pivotal moment in LGBTQ+ history, paving the way for rights and acceptance. Pride events continue to celebrate progress and advocate for equality, but have changed considerably over the years. Have you ever attended a pride event? Share your Pride stories here.
Flash Fiction – Colours Behind The Mask

A difficult choice of lip colour, comfortable purple shoes, a new green dress, and nostalgic gold nail varnish set the stage for an unexpected encounter.
Blogging Simplified: Engagement. Am I Doing It Right?

How do you engage with your readers and other bloggers? Are you taking full advantage of the comments you leave?
Flash Fiction – Life And Death In The City

A man deeply connected to the city loses his job and believes the city needs change. This culminates in drastic action. Can he save the city?
How To Make Categorising And Tagging Blog Posts Powerful

Categorising and tagging your blog posts correctly is one of the most powerful way of getting your blog posts noticed. My post will show you how to add categories and tag words correctly, resulting in more visitors to your blog.
True Stories: Confessions Of A Gay Man – Nightlife

Three contrasting nights out reveal the challenges and joys of a gay man’s life. Incidents highlight the struggle for acceptance as well as a changing societal attitude towards the LGBT community in the 1980s and 1990s. You may laugh, you may cry, but these three true stories about gay nightlife are very different.
Flash Fiction – Swimming Lessons

I’m terrified of water. But the swimming instructor had other ideas.
Flash Fiction – Life On The Edge Of Dreams

Where’s your favourite place to daydream?
Blogging Simplified: It’s Easy, Isn’t It? Things I’ve Learned

Do you like talking about blogging? I do, and I’ve lots to say about it. What about you?