I’ve always been drawn to stories where reality feels unstable - for the characters & the reader. Stories of obsession & trauma & the darkest corners of the mind. Brilliant characters. The kind of psychological unraveling and manipulation you find in Black Swan or Gone Girl. That’s The Grotesque.

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She slid into the seat opposite. “Uh it's taken.” “You don’t remember me. It’s okay Petunia,” she said eyes going soft. “You were very tiny.” Dad’s pet name for me. How? “Listen” her tone hardened. “About Adam. You’re worth much more. Never forget.” She patted my hand then the carriage was empty.

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‘I can’t imagine how you feel.’ Maybe try? It’s meant well but doesn’t help x

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Today's lesson from @saranaidinecox.bsky.social is that flash fiction on a theme* is HARD! And knowing its limitations, sharing it is even harder! *You take a spontaneous train trip on the bank holiday and meet someone who changes your life.

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Exciting! This is such a great competition, the feedback is so helpful. Looking forward to submitting my current WIP 🤞🤞😍📚

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