The Orange & Bee are delighted to publish CL Sydell’s flash fiction narrative, ‘Web of sorrows’ (Issue ten).
CL Sidell grew up playing with toads in the rain and indulging in speculative fiction. She holds a master of arts in both English and library & information science, moderates two creative writing groups, and has reviewed books for the Florida Library Youth Program.
If you weren’t a writer, what would you be?
Once upon a time, I made it to the final round of the National Wildlife Photo Contest. I can’t imagine a world where I’m not writing. But publishing wildlife photography alongside writing would be lovely.
Using just six words, can you describe your writing process?
Unpuzzling characters/settings amid word weaving.
What’s the best advice you’ve ever been offered?
It’s okay to break the rules! What’s most important is clarity, ensuring the reader isn’t confused by your writing.
If you could have just one magical talent, what would you choose (and why)?
As someone who struggles with verbal communication in the real world, being quick-witted is a magical talent I would love to have!
If you were a fairy-tale heroine, or hero, what would you wear to the ball?
Sneakers. Definitely, sneakers. Heels might look nice, but they certainly aren’t comfortable!
Read CL Sidell’s flash fiction, published by The Orange & Bee:
‘Web of sorrows’ (Issue ten).
Amazing photo.
That photo is stunning. What a catch!