Not Quite Write

Join us as we reveal the shortlist and winner of the October 2024 Not Quite Write Prize for Flash Fiction featuring the anti-prompt: Break the rule "avoid head-hopping."We'll lie-ven up the countdown by reading the shortlisted stories from number six all the way to the top spot.Who will take home the AU$1,000 first prize and see their name emblazoned on the coveted Not Quite Write Prize trophy?You can read along and view the shortlist and longlist in full on our website at https://notquitewritepodcast.com/results-of-the-october-2024-not-quite-write-prize-for-flash-fiction/Please note that this episode includes fictional stories and discussions which some listeners may find distressing. Please listen with care and reach out to your local crisis support service if needed. In Australia, you can reach Lifeline by texting 0477 13 11 14.Connect with us at https://notquitewritepodcast.com Register for the next Not Quite Write Prize at https://notquitewriteprize.com

In this special bonus episode, Ed and Amanda reveal the 40 members of the October 2024 Not Quite Write Prize for Flash Fiction longlist, featuring the anti-prompt: Break the rule "head-hopping."First, we kick off with a deep dive into key competition stats. Then stay tuned as we answer listener questions. We'll shoutout the best takes on the prompts, and some of our favourite titles and lines.It's gonna be lots of fun, and that's no LIE!Connect with us at https://notquitewritepodcast.com Register for the next Not Quite Write Prize at https://notquitewriteprize.com

Listen in as the judges of the Not Quite Write Prize for Flash Fiction deliver an unfiltered critique of Dazzling Diamonds, Heroic Horses and Pink Panties by Dez Veares.This story appeared in the July 2024 Not Quite Write Prize for Flash Fiction, which featured the anti-prompt: Break the rule “avoid purple prose”.Thanks to our daredevils for bravely facing the judges’ fire for the collective benefit of our listeners.Think you can stand the heat? Purchase a Daredevil package at notquitewriteprize.comConnect with us at https://notquitewrite.com Register for the next Not Quite Write Prize at https://notquitewriteprize.com

Listen in as the judges of the Not Quite Write Prize for Flash Fiction deliver an unfiltered critique of Roses are Red by Vroni Kiefer.This story appeared in the July 2024 Not Quite Write Prize for Flash Fiction, which featured the anti-prompt: Break the rule “avoid purple prose”.Thanks to our daredevils for bravely facing the judges’ fire for the collective benefit of our listeners.Think you can stand the heat? Purchase a Daredevil package at notquitewriteprize.comConnect with us at https://notquitewrite.com Register for the next Not Quite Write Prize at https://notquitewriteprize.com