Flashlights: An Anthology of Very Short Stories is a compelling collection of twenty-seven original flash fiction stories and six translated pieces that demonstrate the scope and range of this increasingly popular genre. Ranging from 300 words to 800 words, and covering a wide array of subjects—love, longing, loss, hope, dream, death, and the complexities of human relationships—each story is deftly written and absorbing. The anthology features seasoned flash fiction writers as well as emerging writers of this genre, making it a treasure trove for readers captivated by this very short and challenging form.