Flash Fiction Winner: Shapes of Warmth by TJ O’Shea
- TJ O'Shea

- Jan 4, 2022
- 1 min read

Hey, look at that! To ring in the new year, my flash fiction submission "Shapes of Warmth" was selected for first place by Page Turner Magazine. You can read the short story here: https://pageturnermag.com/2021/12/31/flash-fiction-winner-shapes-of-warmth-by-tj-oshea/
The story is less than 500 words, and it's about love, winter, and New York City. Enjoy!


A beautifully crafted piece of flash fiction, "Shapes of Warmth" explores emotions and connections with vivid imagery. This story is a touching read that conveys warmth and human connection in a brief but impactful way. https://imageoverlay.org/
Congratulations to TJ O'Shea on 'Shapes of Warmth' winning first place! It's fantastic to see queer fiction exploring themes of love, winter, and New York City recognized in such a concise format. The ability to convey such depth and emotion in under 500 words is truly a testament to powerful storytelling. While fiction beautifully portrays journeys of love and identity, real-life self-discovery is equally profound and often a deeply personal process. For anyone on their own path of exploring and understanding gay identity, finding supportive resources can make all the difference.