Thank you, Christy Hartman!

Christy's article about the elements of an award-winning 100-word story is heartening. I feel like I CAN DO THIS! I've made it to the second or third round every time I've competed in the 100. I know there's something *there* and that I can be doing more of whatever it is. But Christy's article laid out in clear, concise language exactly what makes a great micro, and I'm going to internalize alllll the tips and use them this weekend!

Just read it. Informative and to the point. Enjoyed it.

CoachLisaB wrote: Christy's article about the elements of an award-winning 100-word story is heartening. I feel like I CAN DO THIS! I've made it to the second or third round every time I've competed in the 100. I know there's something *there* and that I can be doing more of whatever it is. But Christy's article laid out in clear, concise language exactly what makes a great micro, and I'm going to internalize alllll the tips and use them this weekend! If you haven't read it yet, it was in today's email from NYCM. Christy has won the 100-word comp TWICE, and her wins are well-deserved. I've always enjoyed her well-crafted stories and now I know her secrets. Muahahahaha! Good luck to everyone this weekend! https://www.nycmidnight.com/blog/anatomy-of-microfiction

You are all so sweet and I'm glad the tips are resonating with you! Good luck this weekend everyone!!

Jennk wrote: Christy’s tips are amazing! Happy to learn from the micro queen herself!

That IS a bummer that 2-time winners can't compete. Then again, I wish I had such problems! 

Edited by Lisa Beth - 21 Mar 2026 at 11:31am