“After lunch, the teacher asks: ‘Children, is it possible to make something invisible and, if so, how might you achieve that?’”
Another story that was easy to choose because it’s unforgettable – but that is a common feature of Michael Conley’s work! He’s an absolute master of creating memorable and iconic characters in just a few words, and there’s often a brilliant twist waiting for you just when you think you’ve got your bearings.
It’s so tempting to quote the last line of this tiny flash fiction, but I won’t, because it’s much more fun if you read it yourself.
First published in Everyday Fiction, 2023, and available to read online here
A Personal Anthology 