28 flash fiction experiments that blend sci-fi, satire, surrealism, and social commentary — each illustrated, each annotated, each unpredictable.

Delenda Carthago’s debut collection is a genre-defying journey through strange and familiar landscapes. In under a thousand words, each story builds a world, bends a norm, or cuts to the bone — sometimes all three. These stories don’t follow a formula; they explore the boundaries of flash fiction, shifting between narrative modes and moods with bold intent. This is fiction as experiment — unpredictable, provocative, and proudly unpolished where it matters.

Accompanied by illustrations and brief, behind-the-scenes author notes, these pieces invite the reader not just to read, but to respond. Early reviewers praised the collection as “varied, fun to read, and creative”, with “good, solid writing and unique commentary on society”. Endorsed by Readers’ Favorite as “a delight for lovers of short fiction,” the book has also stirred strong opinions — with some readers calling the reflections too polemical or personal. And for many, that’s the appeal.

But be warned: the notes aren’t for everyone. Want a classic, clean read? Skip them.

Curious to see what sparked a twist, where the idea came from, or how autobiography slips between the lines? Read them — at your own risk and pleasure. They may enlighten, irritate, or even reframe the story entirely.

Whether you're a flash fiction aficionado or a fan of the unexpected, it offers a reading experience that challenges convention and lingers long after the last stop.

​​​​​​​Come wait at the bus stop. Just don’t expect a smooth ride.