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This project was born out of years of stories told, lived, heard.
Stories heard
on planes
in classrooms
in church basements
one-on-one in quiet places
after public events
over coffee
in parks
on the phone.
Stories
experienced personally or
along with friends
people next to me
conference participants
clients
–all of whom I love and respect deeply.
You my think you see someone here–
recognize her–
but you will not
except in how she–
her story–
will mirror your own
or that of someone
you love and care about.
So many women’s and girls’ stories
would never see the light of day
(apart from the narrowly confined
context in which they were shared)
were it not for someone–
anyone with an open soul
and an active pen–
to give them life.
Their lives
encourage others’ lives.
So I’m stepping up
volunteering
taking the leap
to…
…publish a compilation of flash fiction stories dedicated to girls and women, and to those who wish to see them overcome, flourish and thrive…
What you read on this site under Flash Fiction
gives you a preview
a smattering of both pre-edited and edited stories
which will appear in the book
Behind Each Face
For truly,
there are priceless
fascinating
excruciating and
exhilarating stories
Behind Each Face.
Enjoy.
And stay tuned.
Life Matters 
I love this idea, to give a voice to voiceless. Will be following 🙂
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Thank you, Estelea! I appreciate you being here. 🙂
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“Behind every face” ~ I love the concept and I wish you all the very best for it! To think about the story which lurks behind every face and understanding and writing about the circumstances which sculpted it as such is a great task. I hope you excel at it 🙂
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Thank you so much AdiC for the thoughtful comment and best wishes. People like you are inspiring; your obvious empathy makes the world a better place. Have a lovely day!
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That’s very kind of you, ma’am! 🙂
Have a great day ahead.
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I really love this idea! It is so right that people need to step up and write the stories of those who can’t do it for themselves. Looking forward to reading the stories.
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Thanks so much, Alex! I really appreciate the affirmation.
Thank you for following. I see you’re a writer yourself! Who knows what projects you’ll tackle! All the best to you!
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Thank you, you as well 🙂
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Good luck with your project, Julia. It’s a great idea. I hope it’s a success for you!
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Thanks so much, Tracy! I really appreciate your kind comment and support.
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This is a great initiative. I hope we all get to read the book very soon 🙂
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Thank you! I’m excited about it! I’m in the final sprint and there’s still hard work ahead! Projected release is the end of June. Stay tuned! 😊
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Ah! Eagerly waiting for it then. Best wishes to you 🙂
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Thanks again. I appreciate the support and well wishes.
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Hey! I nominated you for very inspiring blogger award. 🙂
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Thank you for your thoughtfulness.
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You deserve it. 🙂
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This is going to be a special offering. It’s not very often that one is given such a glimpse into the world’s within those we see in passing each day. There is so much going on, just below the skin.
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Thank you so much for your encouragement, Jason. You’ve said it perfectly: so much going on just below the skin! It feels like both a responsibility and an immense privilege to me.
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Great work! I call this a real thing. Can’t wait to read the stories.
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Thank you, Maryam. I love that––”a real thing.”
You can already read a few of the stories (as you already have) under the category Flash Fiction. Welcome!
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This is a very beautiful entry. I’ve always wanted to tell my story, but I don’t know how. But after reading your post, I realized that it’s the heart that tells the story, neither the pen nor the keyboard. Now I’m inspired 🙂
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Thank you for your lovely comment. Becoming convinced that our story deserves telling is the first hurdle.Once we’re there, we simply tell!
Wishing you joy in your journeys… to different places in the world, and into the world of words and stories!
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I am immensely intrigued, cannot wait to read! What a great project.
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Thank you, Elle! Your comments are so encouraging!
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You’re welcome. And thanks so much for your support, Marilyn!
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Looking forward to reading it. Thanks for the work you’ve done to share that which will encourage many.
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