Question 1

What is the word count for flash fiction?

Accepted Answer

Flash fiction is typically under 1000 words. Some publications define it as under 500 words. A drabble is exactly 100 words. Always check the submission guidelines for the market you are writing for.

Question 2

What makes flash fiction different from a short story?

Accepted Answer

Flash fiction compresses story structure, character, conflict, and resolution, into a very small space. Every word is under more pressure than in a longer story. Flash rewards compression, implication and precision.

Question 3

Are there flash fiction markets that pay professional rates?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Markets such as Smoke Long Quarterly, Flash Fiction Online and The Sun (for personal essays) accept flash fiction and pay professional or semi-professional rates. Check the Submission Grinder or The Submission of the Damned for up-to-date listings.

Flash Fiction Word Count Checker

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Flash Fiction Word Count Checker

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