Week 15 Microfictions

For my week 15 microfictions, I chose to write one story at 25 words or less and one story at 6 words or less, both of which can be seen below.

25 words or less:

We had a big lead. Orlando caught the ball, wide open in the corner. Everyone was cheering. He shot it, and missed by 20 feet.

6 words or less:

Sweet and spicy, crumbly yet consistent.

Image of Youth Basketball 


Author’s Note:

For my 25 words or less story, I chose to write about a humorous moment I had with a friend in middle school basketball. For my 6 words or less story, I chose to write about my favorite dessert that my mom makes, pumpkin pie cheesecake.

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