Flash fiction
Thomas, James
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at 250 WPM3h 44m
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Flash fiction
by Thomas, James, Tom Hazuka, James Thomas - undifferentiated
Published
July 1992
Publisher
W. W. Norton & Company
Pages
224
ISBN-13
9780393308839
ISBN-10
0393308839
Description
"How short can a story be and still truly be a story? This volume of seventy-two very short fictions, none much more than 750 words in length, demonstrates to our repeated satisfaction that less can be more, small can stand tall, and the diminutive can be dynamically and dramatically complete." "Here for enjoyment and study are very short pieces by acknowledged modern masters--including Raymond Carver, Richard Brautigan, Margaret Atwood, Julio Cortazar and Tim O'Brien--as well as fiction by newer talents, who have embraced the short form with much gusto and considerable grace." "With a rich variety of stories and authors, subjects and styles and sensibilities, these flashes of fiction make for eclectic--and often electric-- reading. The volume is a must for readers and writers, indeed for anyone interested in the finely sharpened edge of contemporary literature."--BOOK JACKET.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Flash fiction?
This edition of Flash fiction has approximately 224 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Flash fiction?
For most readers, Flash fiction typically takes between 4h 40m and 3h 7m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 56,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 44m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 56,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Flash fiction?
The estimated word count for Flash fiction is approximately 56,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Flash fiction?
Flash fiction was written by Thomas, James, Tom Hazuka, James Thomas - undifferentiated.
When was Flash fiction published?
The publication date for this specific edition is July 1992. The original work may have been published on a different date.