Performed by Michelle Alexander
October 2016 Winning Short Story
Astronauts Swear That The View Is Never Dull by James Hartley
What is your short story about?
A simple confession from one person to another.
What genres would you say this story story is in?
Drama
How would you describe this story in two words?
Heartfelt confession
What movie have you seen the most in your life?
The Dark Knight or Dumbo
How long have you been working on this story?
Two months
Do you have an all-time favorite novel?
Red Dragon by Thomas Harris
What motivated you to write this story?
People rarely write from a truly evil person’s perspective
What artist would you love to have dinner with?
Christopher Nolan
Apart from writing, what else are you passionate about?
Acting. Directing.
What influenced you to enter the 1pg. Short Story contest?
The opportunity for feedback, particularly in the performance
Any advice or tips you’d like to pass on to other writers?
Your characters are not your puppets.
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