E95: The Microfiction Triumviarate Revisited

E95: The Microfiction Triumviarate Revisited

Author: Kris Baker Dersch November 27, 2017 Duration: 15:51

Happy holidays! Today we start a 3-part series where we revisit favorite moments from the show's history. Our first repeat is Episode 6: The Microfiction Triumvirate. This episode, the shortest in the show's history, contains only stories less than 400 words long.

In "On/Off" by Taylor Eaton, a small boy uses a magical power no one else can see. Copyright 2015 by Taylor Eaton, used with permission. Read Taylor's bio.

In "Selkie" by Lisa Falzon, a mythical creature does not do what the myth says she will do. Copyright 2014 by Lisa Falzon, used with permission. Read Lisa's bio.

In "Requiem: for piano" by Nancy Stohlman a man's true love is becoming something he loves, but her transition will come between them. Previously published in "Literary Oprhans," copyright 2012 by Nancy Stohlman, used with permission. Read Nancy's bio.

The story featured in the commentary is "Semicolon," by Kris Baker Dersch, copyright 2015.

You'll hear the episode in its entirety with all-new commentary by the producer/editor.

Stay tuned for more reruns coming in December!


Kris Baker Dersch hosts No Extra Words one person's search for story, a quiet corner of the audio world dedicated to the power of brevity. Each episode is a complete, self-contained piece of flash fiction, with every story crafted to be under two thousand words. This constraint isn't a limitation but a focus, distilling narrative down to its essential elements-every sentence carries weight. You'll hear tales that span the spectrum of human experience, from subtle character moments to sudden, striking turns of events, all delivered with a thoughtful and intimate narration. The podcast lives up to its name, offering narratives that are precise and potent, leaving room for your own imagination to linger in the spaces between the words. It’s for anyone who appreciates the art of a well-told story and the unique intimacy that audio can bring to fiction. Tune in for a regular dose of concise creativity, a moment of literary escape that fits into the busiest of days.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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