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Rm Harrington Short Stories

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Chapter Ends, by Poul William Anderson: Free To Read Science Fiction

Chapter Ends, by Poul William Anderson: Free To Read Science Fiction

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“Some Say There Are Worms In The Black,” a FREE to Read RM Harrington Short Story

"Some Say There Are Worms In The Black," a FREE to Read RM Harrington Short Story

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Real Bats Flying All Around Our Head, Free to Read, Star Trek, Television

Real Bats Flying All Around Our Head, Free to Read, Star Trek, Television

They say real bats are blind. I don’t believe it. I stood in there with the little sucker; it hanging on tiny clawed fingers from the curtain, and me pretending to be a man. If t … Continue reading →

Unnecessary Warfare, An Incidental Reaction – Free To Read Short Sci-Fi

Unnecessary Warfare, An Incidental Reaction - Free To Read Short Sci-Fi

In crafting “Unnecessary Warfare, An Incidental Reaction,” I have purposed to run a series of war-focused science fiction, war in fantasy an … Continue reading →

When Bitterness Invades Your Heart, You Shall Reap Bitter Fruit

When Bitterness Invades Your Heart, You Shall Reap Bitter Fruit

If you live with a bitter mindset, you shall surely reap bitter fruit. The consequences of bitterness defeat the joys of life This is a story of wickedness in the form of bitterness.

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MUTT, Monsters Under The Bed, Dealing with Bed-Wetting, Thumb-Sucking, and Other Trauma

MUTT, Monsters Under The Bed, Dealing with Bed-Wetting, Thumb-Sucking, and Other Trauma

Due to the alarming increase in bed-wetting, thumb-sucking, and other trauma related childhood incidents; sleepless and exasperated moms are determined to make an end to the ancient … Continue reading →

Excellent FREE Science Fiction, Fantasy Horror Short Stories

Excellent FREE Science Fiction, Fantasy Horror Short Stories

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As The World Burns – A Sci-Fi Short Story by Rm Harrington

As The World Burns - A Sci-Fi Short Story by Rm Harrington

As The World Burns, a sci-fi look at the effects of greed and bitterness even in the mists of complete and total world destruction. Will Toby help the world or just himself. How … Continue reading →

Teleportation Devices, Unexpected Consequences – FREE Read Short Story

Teleportation Devices, Unexpected Consequences - FREE Read Short Story

In this FREE to read Rm Harrington short story involving the unique aspects of teleportation devices, we meet Marianne, a disgruntled old lady, her husband and the unexpected co … Continue reading →

Alien Warfare, The Orb – A Free To Read Science Fiction

Alien Warfare, The Orb - A Free To Read Science Fiction

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Country Roads, A Not Science Fiction Flash Of Rm Harrington

Country Roads, A Not Science Fiction Flash Of Rm Harrington

If you are seeking a science fiction read, Country Roads is not for you. Rather this piece designed as a means of getting to know the author.

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Wolf-men, and Beasts, Monsters in the Night – a True Tale of Halloween Pursuit

Wolf-men, and Beasts, Monsters in the Night – a True Tale of Halloween Pursuit

“Spooky,” Keith said. He was looking at the night too. “You shouldn’t have stayed so late.” “Hump. Ain’t nothing out here.” I glanced around the yard, saw no sign of the dog, then cup … Continue reading →

Themes Science Fiction – Writing With A Plan

Posted on July 29, 2018 by rm harringtonJuly 29, 2018

Themes Science Fiction, public domain image from Frankenstein novel

If you have even dabbled in themes science fiction oriented you have heard of AI and the resulting apocalypse that is envisioned.

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Science Fiction Concepts, Characteristics of a Sci-Fi Story

Posted on July 16, 2018 by rm harringtonJuly 16, 2018

Science Fiction Concepts, sci-fi stories

Science Fiction Concepts, Sci-Fi Story Definition When seeking to clearly define science fiction concepts, sci-fi authors soon recognize that no clear definition takes top billing in this genre of exciting and energized story telling. Yet the most popular and recognizable conceptual science fiction characteristics within the scope of story telling tend to involve: Science, Technology Time Travel Scientific Methodology … Continue reading →

Science Fiction Story Characteristics – Encompassing the Scope of SF Plot-Lines

Posted on July 2, 2018 by rm harringtonDecember 1, 2018

Science Fiction Story Characteristics, the SF Plot-Line

Science Fiction Story Characteristics or How to Craft A Great Sci-Fi Plot Science fiction story characteristics are defined by a process wherein SF authors seek to extend scientific principles into a scientifically acceptable fictional plot-line. This means that the author must examine past, present and future scientific concepts with regards to a simple question: What If? Great science fiction stories … Continue reading →