Category Archives: short stories

Two-Minute Glory – A Musical Short Story

Posted on February 23, 2014 by davidwallacefleming

040 Download | Play in new window Two-Minute Glory is a short story for new college grads and other youngsters who are excited about moving to new cities. As I was working on the mix and master of this podcast, it … Continue reading →

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Satirical Science Fiction Stories about iPhones, Plastic and Dreaming

Posted on December 6, 2013 by davidwallacefleming

039 Download | Play in new window (Explicit Language and Adult Themes). More Alexander Hambone stories, plus several other satirical microfiction short stories. Running time: 37:54

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Science Fiction and Humor Stories about iPods, Ebooks and Texting

Posted on December 4, 2013 by davidwallacefleming

038 Download | Play in new window (Explicit Language and Adult Themes). These satirical works of short fiction feature Alexander Hambone and explore issues of everday modern life. Running time: 35:50

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Short Fiction of Humor, Psychological HORROR and… Athletics

Posted on November 15, 2013 by davidwallacefleming

037 Download | Play in new window (Explicit Language and Adult Themes). An Anniversary Concession first appeared in Out of the Gutter, Issue Four. Running time: 43:22

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Short Stories about Twitter, Independence and Deep Space

Posted on November 8, 2013 by davidwallacefleming

036 Download | Play in new window (Explicit Language and Adult Themes). Running time: 36:48 Find NOT FROM CONCENTRATE, The Complete Audiobook of Short Stories 
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Podcast Short Fiction about Chemical Dependence and California

Posted on November 6, 2013 by davidwallacefleming

035 Download | Play in new window The Screenwriter’s House in LA is a short story in the vein of literary and contemporary fiction. The themes of following one’s dreams, rescue, travel and drug use are explored, among others. (Explicit Language … Continue reading →

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Audio Fiction about Spiders AKA White Daddies

Posted on November 1, 2013 by davidwallacefleming

031 Download | Play in new window White Daddies is a work of horror set in a Midwestern town. The theme of what motivates a Caucasian father or “White Daddy” is explored. Several Stephen King stories helped to inspire this story, especially, … Continue reading →

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Audiobook Fictional Story of Criminal Brothers and Violence

Posted on October 29, 2013 by davidwallacefleming

030 Download | Play in new window This crime story explores how close familial relationships can mold our character. If Forest Gump was to go capitol ‘E’ Evil, then you would basically have Jesse, Teach Me to Play Cards. (Explicit Language and … Continue reading →

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A Heartwarming Short Story of Family, Alcohol and Aliens

Posted on October 21, 2013 by davidwallacefleming

029 Download | Play in new window The Magic-Fiver is a short story exploring the numerous secrets that a seemingly normal family can keep hidden. No, it was not inspired by Robin Williams and his portrayal in Mork and Mindy… or was … Continue reading →

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A Hybrid Fantasy and Science Fiction Story about the Edge of the Universe

Posted on October 19, 2013 by davidwallacefleming

028 Download | Play in new window Embarkment is a short work of science fantasy where the outer and inner limits of the human experience are explored. Fictional concepts like the ticking clock and in medias res have always been appealing … Continue reading →

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Zombie Clown Western

Posted on September 7, 2013 by davidwallacefleming

009 Download | Play in new window THERE WERE SEVEN OF THEM LEFT—eyes bloodshot, worn thin. They waited for the sun to spill over the emptied saloon of the dust blown town. Montgomery and Tallboy had pulled a bunch together—mostly drifters—shiftless … Continue reading →

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Not from Concentrate – The Short Story

Posted on July 17, 2013 by davidwallacefleming

Here is the short story that inspired the name and artwork for this podcast. Enjoy! Subscribe on iTunes   http://traffic.libsyn.com/davidwallacefleming/Not_From_Concentrate_-_The_Short_Story.mp3

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The Riddle of Plastic

Posted on November 22, 2012 by davidwallacefleming

Scene: ——A much older Alexander Hambone is counseling his only son on the family-room couch of his palatial mansion.  Watcha watching there little youngster? Conan the Barbarian! *child swings an imaginary sword* the riddle of steel! You really are taken … Continue reading →

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Excerpts from Crackpot Magazine

Posted on September 3, 2012 by davidwallacefleming

Crackpot:  Mysterious Abyssal Voice . . . can I call you M.A.V.? You know, like short for Maverick? M.A.V.:  Certainly. Crackpot:  Mav, many notables throughout history have heard you, but only recently have you come to the public’s attention. I suppose, the most important question … Continue reading →

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Jesse, Teach Me to Play Cards

Posted on August 25, 2012 by davidwallacefleming

Jesse didnt mess with the wires no more. He picked an old red car with a nice back seat and a soft, red inside. The windows could roll all the way down. He pounded a screwdriver under the steering wheel … Continue reading →

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The Screenwriter’s House in LA

Posted on July 24, 2012 by davidwallacefleming

(This is a 4000-word short story that contains some adult language and situations) I’d known Dennis’s mom since Dennis and me were in second grade, since the days when she would come out on her cedar deck in that grey … Continue reading →

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The iPad and iPhone Interrogate a Dreamer

Posted on June 4, 2012 by davidwallacefleming

Got his arms, iPad? Yeah. Got his legs, iPhone? Lash him to the bed with the USB. It’s in the black bag. Let’s rob this fool. No, iPad. Calm down. We’re inside this man’s dream. Understand? We would just be … Continue reading →

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Sex Radio

Posted on June 2, 2012 by davidwallacefleming

“Dear Alexander Hambone,” the white lab coat-wearing doctor spoke at him squarely and strangely. “Due to the problems and complications of our last experiment, this time you take with you—this! A distress signal. Take it with you on your journey … Continue reading →

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The Mob Awaits a New Product, Drug, Gadget, OS or Something

Posted on April 22, 2012 by davidwallacefleming

“Why do we have to wait here at the back of this stupid warehouse? Why can’t we just get whatever it is on Amazon? – Will you shut-up, woman? My email said come here. It didn’t say nothing about no … Continue reading →

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Couch-Surfing Extraterrestrial

Posted on April 21, 2012 by davidwallacefleming

Rough night of partying for Alexander Hambone, no BS. His head rang as he got up and crossed his messy apartment to make an answer to the loud pounding on his front door. The door opened to let in the … Continue reading →

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