Rhetoric

Daily flash fiction entry for 8/19/2025

The professor turned to the class, "Any questions?"

One timid student raised her hand. "How many writers have been committed to institutions?

"That is a complex question. Given the realities of their vocation require warped imaginations, often to the point of basically talking to themselves. The strange plots and situations do not come from stable minds. I would have to say it is quite common to find writers mentally ill," the professor stated.

The student cleared her throat, "Alright, but how many famous writers?"

"Creative types tend to be less stable than those with less active imaginations." The professor glanced at the clock, "Class dismissed."

The student cleared her throat again, "You didn't answer my question."

The professor gathered his things, "Google it."



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Daily Flash Fiction

Daily Flash Fiction Challenge  (13+) Enter your story of 300 words or less. #896794 by Arakun the twisted raccoon

Prompt for 8/19
Write a story that includes the line: “You didn’t answer my question.”