These FLASH FICTION stories were written in 15 minutes using prompts (a few words as guides) that are included in the stories. The prompts were also used as the titles of the stories. All three stories were performed live before live theater audiences and other performance events to gauge the impact and value of them prior to adapting them to short films, or perhaps other visual formats.

ATLANTIC CITY
By Valerie Mich’El Oliver

Description: The morning, a sound, and an abalone shell from the ocean outside her door have a powerful impact on a woman living in Atlantic City. Read this Story.

BACK UP THE TRUCK
By Valerie Mich’El Oliver

DESCRIPTION: Two kids are up to some pay back against an adult who hurt someone they love. Listen to this story.

LEANING IN
By Valerie Mich’El Oliver


DESCRIPTION: A woman takes a journey to a lagoon where she hopes to to be healed, and experiences an emotional connection once she arrives. Listen to this story.