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Micro-Magic: Writing Your First Flash Fiction

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About the Event

Join us for an evening of micro fun in this beginner-level introduction to writing flash fiction. Come learn what flash fiction is and try your hand at crafting one or two pieces yourself.

Enjoy two easy and fun writing springs based on provided word prompts. By this session’s end, you’ll have two pieces to submit to contests and publications.

Date July 21, 2026
Time 8:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
Event Types Community Studios
Format Virtual
Open to Members, Mentees and Mentors
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Joanna Szeto

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Joanna Szeto is a teacher, children’s book author, and mother of two. She writes in both Chinese and English. Her…
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Kayla Martinez

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Kayla Martinez is a writer and illustrator who is based in the Bay Area. Whether writing or painting, she loves…
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Joanna Szeto

Joanna Szeto is a teacher, children's book author, and mother of two. She writes in both Chinese and English. Her…

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Kayla Martinez

Kayla Martinez is a writer and illustrator who is based in the Bay Area. Whether writing or painting, she loves…

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Community Studios Tuesday, July 21 – 8:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT

Micro-Magic: Writing Your First Flash Fiction

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