Athena Law

@AKScotland @Vagolfmaster I’ve mainly stayed on X so I didn’t miss updates from you/NQW! See you at the other places 😁

@Vagolfmaster I just can't justify the time suck that is managing so many different social media accounts. Something had to give! You know where to find me if you want to stay in touch 😊

I've decided to shift my energies away from Twitter/X. You'll find me on Bluesky @akscotland.bsky.social & Instagram and Facebook @NotQuiteWritePodcast & amanda@notquitewrite.com I've loved connecting with you all here, and I hope to continue the conversation elsewhere! ✌️♥️☯️

@NQWpodcast And by fun stuff, you mean

We have a shortlist! It's going to be an agonising wait until we release the results. We hope to give you some other fun stuff to chew on while you wait!

@AKScotland 😂

Scientific "laws" are getting some strong representation in Team Law!

@TweetsByAthena Well now I’m looking forward to that little Easter egg(s??)!

@AKScotland Actually scrap that, I know names! I’m ruined 😂

@TweetsByAthena Is there a contender?? If so, I haven’t unearthed that gem as of yet!

@AKScotland I could vote for Team Law’s DIShonourable mention!

@TweetsByAthena It definitely feels like you should have a say in the outcome!

@buttonjar1 @NQWpodcast @AKScotland @QuiteWriteEd @deankoorey I’m hoping to see the rest of you on the shortlist 🤞🏻 Good luck!!

@TweetsByAthena @NQWpodcast @AKScotland @QuiteWriteEd @deankoorey But we have Sally, too! And I'd bet on both of you any day!

The January Not Quite Write Prize for Flash Fiction has closed! We received 323 entries and some interesting results in terms of team allegiance. Judging has commenced so follow @AKScotland @QuiteWriteEd and @deankoorey for all the fun of the vague tweets!

@buttonjar1 @NQWpodcast @AKScotland @QuiteWriteEd @deankoorey Go team! (My story was a rush job that isn’t destined for greatness, but the lure of the hoodie made sure I got something in) 😁

@TweetsByAthena @NQWpodcast @AKScotland @QuiteWriteEd @deankoorey With you on our side, we have a good shot at winning!

@buttonjar1 @NQWpodcast @AKScotland @QuiteWriteEd @deankoorey I’m guessing more for Team Ed because a) I feel like I’ve seen more of those on socials and b) I prefer to be in the more exclusive team #teamamandayeahbaby

@NQWpodcast @AKScotland @QuiteWriteEd @deankoorey How many Team Ed and how many Team Amanda???

@NQWpodcast It 💯 won’t be. You’re welcome

@TweetsByAthena We said it DOESN’T have to be perfect 😍

We don’t want to see any DNFs! Even your worst story ever will be eligible for the bonus prize draw if your team wins. It doesn’t have to be perfect, it just has to be done!

While you’re all busy writing, we’re back in the studio, reading the top FLESH Fiction stories for the podcast! Taking bets on whether I’ll be able to hold my sh!t together long enough to get even one story in the can. Any suggestions on how to overcome my awkwardness?

@AKScotland It’s literally just “Not a DNF” plus champers

@TweetsByAthena I think I know what your birthday wish is gonna be! Just make sure you don't end up burning the candle at both ends...

How are you preparing? And does it involve coffee, wine or cheese?

@TweetsByAthena Not yet… we’re waiting with bateman breath to receive it!

FLESH FICTION UPDATE! We have now (finally) finished judging all categories! We will be recording our announcement this weekend. If you entered, we will notify you by email when the announcement drops. If you’d like to join the fun of the episode, send us a voicemail!

🐈‍⬛ Here’s my story AND a little Q&A as well, thanks for both @TrashCatLit - what a treat it’s been to work with you!

@Madeleine_write @TrashCatLit Thanks Madeleine! Glad to have been of assistance. My next story is the truth behind the “funny five minutes” which always has to be at 3am 🐈‍⬛

@TrashCatLit Oh, so that's where my black cat has been going! Great story, Athena

Today we've a cat flash with a side of Q&A 🦝 We loved the authenticity of this piece, the subtle strangeness. If you have a black cat - you'll know... trashcatlit.com/a-portal-to-th… Athena has some cracking responses to Trash Cat's questions too, get informed: trashcatlit.com/2026/01/06/q-a…

@telekabba Loved it! Laughed out loud several times, especially at CAPTCHA 😂 Now we wait to see when Room 666 will be required 🤔

My shortlisted story, The Prince of Darkness Arrives, is the second one down. Please have a read if you have a few minutes 😊