A MicroZine Interview w/Miguel S.
6 Questions on Microfiction
is best known for his microfiction in doses, getting everyone who meets him addicted. He writes .
1. When did you first start writing microfiction?
In January 2024, I wanted to start doing daily fiction doses and micro fiction is the only format that is sustainable.
2. What kind of microfiction do you write? Any specific length or genre? How often?
50-100 words, any genre, everyday.
3. Describe your microfiction writing process.
I find a word that represent the theme I want to write, I choose a limit and try to keep it, take a pen and notebook, I freehand a story and then I rewrite it on my pc with light editing—mostly cutting down the words to fit the limit.
4. Have you ever submitted your microfiction to a contest or publication before? If so, why and where? If not, why not?
Not yet, no particular reason just didn’t find one to submit to. I plan to join some in the future.
5. What advice would you give someone who is on the fence about writing microfiction?
Just write and don’t take it that seriously. Micro fiction is a low commitment, stress free writing practice that can work like an awesome way to get some words out of your system.
6. Share either your favorite piece or most recent microfiction that you’ve written.
One of my latest most successful:
Short and sweet. Love Miguel’s uncomplicated approach to writing. Champion of micro fiction!
Miguel S. is a go to Substack for me everyday.