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The writing process is always a bit different for each short story I write. It usually starts with a concept or a ‘what if’ moment. I leave it in the back of my mind for at least a week or two to percolate. For me, a really important part of writing is to let an idea sit for that period of time. It gives you time to build a world, a language, and a character.

We talked with writer Ken Foxe about his relationship with writing, and how he crafted his story, ‘Pill Pill.’ He discussed with editor Angela Thoma the inspiration behind the piece and went into detail about his writing process.

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The Wild Umbrella is an ambitious journal eager to publish compelling prose and poetry from Ireland and the world. We’ll add to an abundant scene of Irish journals and magazines by seeking out fresh and interesting works of poetry, fiction, and non-fiction.

We publish our work digitally and culminate each year with an annual Anthology full of our favourite pieces. It’s free to submit writing to us, and we also pay our contributors. If you like great writing, and want to support the next generation of influential writers, donate to us! As a not-for-profit outlet, every donation goes into the Umbrella’s writer fund, from which we pay our contributors.

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Our staff comes with years of experience in writing and editing, and we'll take good care to publish fresh and interesting work. We respond to all submissions within 90 days and we'll promote your work enthusiastically if we choose to publish it.

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