The Author's New Sight

50 Word Story | Fiction

I lie on the table, letting the anesthesia sing me to sleep.

I dream of robots removing the dense, clouded lenses from my eyes.

Awake, the new lenses see story arcs that make sense, first lines that readers love, publisher contracts to sign.

“Yes, doctor, the surgery is a success.”

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© Copyright 20219—Present, Jenise Cook, All Rights Reserved Worldwide.

Published: 21 October 2020 by Rejected Manuscripts (RIP)

Image Credit: jayzynism on Pixabay.com

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About this Story

Note: This post is a part of my “push” between now and the end of December to publish my older works on Substack. You’ll read new works beginning January 2023!

Frankly, most journals and publications will outright reject an author’s story if it’s about the author or about writing.

I took a chance with this tiny story and submitted it to an online journal; rejected. I wasn’t surprised at all. The story’s a bit silly, but it is about me and a minor struggle I face.

I added humor at the end because publishing success feels illusive. However, I’m enjoying the journey.

Your Turn

Thanks for reading! I enjoy hearing from my readers:

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