Avitus B. Carle
Writer of the weird and experimental flash. Words @FracturedLit, @Xraylitmag, @NecessaryFic, @TBQuarterly, and elsewhere.
Debut flash fiction collection, THESE WORN BODIES, out now @MoonCityPress.
Read more at http://avitusbcarle.com
- Reposted by Avitus B. CarleRead this. Just read it.
- I rarely write micros but somehow this one found its way into the welcoming arms of the latest issue of Ghost Parachute AND will be included in the upcoming Ghost Parachute Anthology (available at #AWP26 in Baltimore)! ghostparachute.com/issue/februa...
- Reposted by Avitus B. Carle@avitusbcarle.bsky.social in the new Ghost Parachute! ghostparachute.com/issue/februa...
- Reposted by Avitus B. Carle“Another body, another girl, another name to say.” New brilliance from @avitusbcarle.bsky.social. Read it right now.
- I rarely write micros but somehow this one found its way into the welcoming arms of the latest issue of Ghost Parachute AND will be included in the upcoming Ghost Parachute Anthology (available at #AWP26 in Baltimore)! ghostparachute.com/issue/februa...
- Reposted by Avitus B. CarleDid you hear about the Black man? The Black woman? Black boys? With a rope? From a tree? Bodies becoming ornaments. Dismissed then silenced then overlooked then added to the number of Black bodies who never came home. A powerful piece by @avitusbcarle.bsky.social
- Read "Breaking News" written by @avitusbcarle.bsky.social and illustrated by Brett J Barr. "Did you hear about the Black man? The Black woman? Black boy? The Black girl gone missing? Kidnapped. From thoughts and prayers. From the news." tinyurl.com/yswvau9e
- Reposted by Avitus B. CarleRead "Breaking News" written by @avitusbcarle.bsky.social and illustrated by Brett J Barr. "Did you hear about the Black man? The Black woman? Black boy? The Black girl gone missing? Kidnapped. From thoughts and prayers. From the news." tinyurl.com/yswvau9e
- Reposted by Avitus B. Carle"they didn’t even try to understand." All this truth. Listen.
- I rarely write micros but somehow this one found its way into the welcoming arms of the latest issue of Ghost Parachute AND will be included in the upcoming Ghost Parachute Anthology (available at #AWP26 in Baltimore)! ghostparachute.com/issue/februa...
- Reposted by Avitus B. Carle"Timeless."
- I rarely write micros but somehow this one found its way into the welcoming arms of the latest issue of Ghost Parachute AND will be included in the upcoming Ghost Parachute Anthology (available at #AWP26 in Baltimore)! ghostparachute.com/issue/februa...
- Reposted by Avitus B. CarleDid you hear? A powerful must-read story.
- I rarely write micros but somehow this one found its way into the welcoming arms of the latest issue of Ghost Parachute AND will be included in the upcoming Ghost Parachute Anthology (available at #AWP26 in Baltimore)! ghostparachute.com/issue/februa...
- Reposted by Avitus B. Carle"Did you hear about the Black man? The Black woman asleep in her home?" @avitusbcarle.bsky.social in Ghost Parachute. READ this NOW
- I rarely write micros but somehow this one found its way into the welcoming arms of the latest issue of Ghost Parachute AND will be included in the upcoming Ghost Parachute Anthology (available at #AWP26 in Baltimore)! ghostparachute.com/issue/februa...
- I rarely write micros but somehow this one found its way into the welcoming arms of the latest issue of Ghost Parachute AND will be included in the upcoming Ghost Parachute Anthology (available at #AWP26 in Baltimore)! ghostparachute.com/issue/februa...
- Thank you @brettpribble.bsky.social for giving this short short story such an amazing home, Brett J Barr for the DREAM accompanying artwork, and @theoriginalison.bsky.social for your keen eyes and speed texts back and forth about this piece 🤣
- Looking for a workshop in Spring 2026? How about meeting up in person to learn about storytelling in flash? I’ve got just the workshop for you! Join me on April 11, 2026 at Rutgers for my Crafting Structure in Flash Workshop! Register here: writershouse.camden.rutgers.edu/events/coope...
- If you’re going to #AWP26 in Baltimore, I hope to/can’t wait to see you there! Here’s one of THREE readings I’ll be participating in! And can we talk about all the brilliance wrapped up in this gathering of creatives?!?!?
- Two of my 2026 reads by TWO of my favorite creatives (@patriciaqbidar.bsky.social & @rebb003.bsky.social) have arrived!
- 2025 has been a WILD ride filled with friends and book sales! Here’s to more friends, more adventues, more books, more reading and MUCH MORE writing in 2026!
- So excited to see this flash being so well received AND to be nominated for Best Small Fictions!? For those who don’t know, this story was inspired by another story my Dad told me about a guy he used to play basketball with who just stopped showing up one day 💔
- Thank you @brettpribble.bsky.social and Ghost Parachute for giving this flash the best home and for your continued support! Read the story here: ghostparachute.com/issue/may-20...
- Want more flash the gets you right in the feels? Check out my collection, THESE WORN BODIES, @mooncitypress.bsky.social www.uapress.com/product/thes...
- Another excellent workshop with the one and only @kathyfish.bsky.social! I’ve been in a writing rut lately and this workshop was perfect to pull me out of my head and just write. Perfect way to spend a snowy afternoon ☕️
- There are so many ❤️ @tommydeanwriter.bsky.social @anniefrazzr.bsky.social @theoriginalison.bsky.social @marioaliberto3.bsky.social @jackiedwrites.bsky.social @kathyfish.bsky.social @kcmeadbrewer.com @writesloud.bsky.social @hannahbae.bsky.social @coocoo4afropuffs.bsky.social
- Who wants something nice for a weary Wednesday? Quote post this post & tag 1, 2 or 3 other writers who inspire you / support you / are amazing human beings. I'll pick a winner at random. Poster + nominees win a free recording of one one of my workshops: www.mattkendrick.co.uk/workshop-rec...
- Prepping for the New Year with A NEW IN-PERSON WORKSHOP I’ll be joining Rutgers Camden MFA in Creative Writing 2026 lineup with a Flash Fiction Workshop about Crafting Structure in Flash Fiction When: April 11, 2026, 10 AM - 1 PM EST Register here: writershouse.camden.rutgers.edu/events/coope...
- Sending all the thanks to @brettpribble.bsky.social and everyone at Ghost Parachute for loving and nominating my story!!!! Congratulations to my fellow nominees! What an honor to be amongst so many incredible talents 😍
- Are you a writer looking for inspiration? Genre bending workshops? Looking to meet/catch up with your fellow creatives? Come to DC for The Writer Center’s 1-day Genre Jumper conference! Register here: writer.org/event/genre-...
- She’s just a baby 🥹
- There be DRAGONS!
- I could eat 🤤
- A couple of close encounters 😱
- TONIGHT AT 7PM EST! @lumchanmfa.bsky.social will be in conversation with @deeshaphilyaw.bsky.social to celebrate the launch of BITTER OVER SWEET! Hosted by yours truly ☺️ There’s still time to register! us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
- Reposted by Avitus B. CarleThere's still time to register for the BITTER OVER SWEET release party over Zoom with @lumchanmfa.bsky.social, @deeshaphilyaw.bsky.social, and @avitusbcarle.bsky.social TOMORROW NIGHT at 7pm EST! Register here: buff.ly/CtKtA0k Get BITTER OVER SWEET: buff.ly/q27a4lT @susanschulman.bsky.social
- Reposted by Avitus B. Carleweekly talk story about my book & zoom launch w/@deeshaphilyaw.bsky.social & @avitusbcarle.bsky.social, @msmagazine.com review & my interview with @dawnsteffler.bsky.social in @fracturedlit.bsky.social... @sfwp.bsky.social @susanschulman.bsky.social www.melissallanesbrownlee.com/talk-story/2...
- There’s still time to register for tonight’s Troublemaker Firestarter open mic! luma.com/z6tj5s4k?fbc...
- TOMORROW NIGHT!
- On November 6th, I’ll be reading with the Troublemaker Firestarter Series alongside Olivia Braley, @joshdale.co, Sean Hanrahan, and James Penna Register here: luma.com/z6tj5s4k?fbc...
- Reposted by Avitus B. CarleThe party continues this Friday at 7pm EST as @lumchanmfa.bsky.social, @deeshaphilyaw.bsky.social, and @avitusbcarle.bsky.social celebrate the release of BITTER OVER SWEET over on Zoom! Register here: buff.ly/CtKtA0k Get BITTER OVER SWEET: buff.ly/q27a4lT
- THESE WORN BODIES (@mooncitypress.bsky.social) officially hit the streets 1 year ago TODAY and when I say it’s been a JOURNEY I’m talking about one of the most wonderful experiences within the writing community I’ve had.
- Thank you everyone who has purchased, reviewed, shared, celebrated, ranted, and raved about my weird, form bending stories! Who has asked me to teach, speak, and read.
- Want to join in the celebration? Purchase a copy here and, of course, read and drop a review! DM me if you’d like a personalized signed copy complete with stickers and magnet! www.uapress.com/product/thes...
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View full threadWhew, that’s all for now! I mean…not really since if you know…you know 😉 Stay tuned cause I’ve got some more stories coming at you and, once again, if you’d like a copy of my book DM me, check the link, drop a review, and thank you, thank you, thank you!
- Reposted by Avitus B. CarleNext Friday at 7pm EST over Zoom, we're celebrating the launch of @lumchanmfa.bsky.social's collection, BITTER OVER SWEET, with @deeshaphilyaw.bsky.social, and @avitusbcarle.bsky.social! buff.ly/t7sQV7L BITTER OVER SWEET will be available in 4 DAYS! Preorder a copy right here: buff.ly/q27a4lT
- I’ll be jumping genres with the @thewriterscenter.bsky.social Sunday, December 7, for a day full of workshops, panels, and fun times! Check out workshop offerings with @writesloud.bsky.social, @aubreyhirsch.bsky.social, @poeticmoni.bsky.social, myself and more! writer.org/event/genre-...
- My flash collection, THESE WORN BODIES (@mooncitypress.bsky.social), is on the list!
- Glad the rapture didn’t come on the cusp of the year 2000 so these books could get written and I could shout about them now to you! For @electricliterature.com: urban legends, LiveJournal posts, locked doors, letters to nail polish manufacturers, and one extra-risky game of spin the bottle...
- “I was the mother, but where was my duffel bag of knowledge for being trapped in a tunnel? Whimpering now, his eyes widened as if trying to let in as much light as possible. I reached back and held his plump leg…” Nina Schuyler | Ghost Parachute ghostparachute.com/issue/octobe...
- Reposted by Avitus B. Carleinspiration reading for the flash workshop retreat next week 🥰
