Über MarcusVance
creating short stories and discussing writing, swords, and history
Hi, I'm Marcus.
If you're here, you most likely know me from Twitter as "that sword guy who likes to help writers." It's true. I like swords, and I like helping.
But I also write my own speculative short stories.
So I'm taking some of those stories here, and some longer thoughts on weapons/history that might be of use to writers (or entertaining to anyone).
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First off: this isn't the only way. It's not even the only way I write short fiction. But if you want to learn a quick "formula," then here is one you can try. This was originally inspired by a lecture Mary Robinette Kowal gave on YouTube , and I've modified it to work for me. Step 1: As soon as possible (in the first few sentences) introduce Who (describe who the main character is with action/ref...
How To Write Flash And Short Stories
May 15, 2021
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This cyberpunk flash fiction is in second person, and was inspired by playing way too much Shadowrun in high school. First published in Breath & Shadow volume 16.2. Smoked by Marcus Vance You lie on the floor, looking up. Your slim and expensive computer teeters precariously above--mocking you. Ready to fall and land a sharp edge on your face. You will your body to move, but it’s stubborn. Y...
Smoked (flash fiction)
May 12, 2021
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This isn't really a short story, but a zombified play on job advertisements. First Published in Crypt Gnats by Jersey Pines Ink in 2019. All rights are mine. Help Wanted by Marcus Vance External Affairs Caretaker of Sleepy Hill Cemetery. Sleepy Hill has been owned by Victor Sleepy & Sons for centuries. This family-oriented funeral service seeks to provide a safe resting place for the restless ...
Help Wanted (Short Story)
May 09, 2021
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