Pete Armetta is a writer of Flash Fiction, Poetry, Short Stories and Essays. With a distinct writing style that’s accessible and broad, Pete is the consummate, self-taught outsider. For this he doesn’t fit in any specific category or genre.
And doesn’t want to.
Pete lives in Charlottesville, VA where he gets to pursue his love of the outdoors in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains. Currently applying for writing fellowships and residencies, Pete writes full-time, having given up his former corporate and button-down existence to dedicate time to embracing and honing his craft.
You only live once right?
Pete’s work has appeared or is forthcoming in Gadfly Magazine, The River Journal, Expats Poetry, Take It To the Street Poetry, Subtle Fiction, Marco Polo Arts Magazine, Best New Poems, Cynic Online Magazine, Blue Lake Review and Occupy Poetry. One of Pete’s stories, Craters and Rocks, is currently featured in the recently published National Flash Fiction Day Anthology.
In his spare time Pete volunteers with the Fledgling Arts Collective, a vibrant and inspired 3000-plus member collective with a focus on writing, the visual arts, original music and short film. Pete also founded Flash Fiction 1000, a Facebook group of working writers focusing solely on the love of short fiction, and Poetry Posse, a troupe of aspiring poets.
All musical, film and art collaborations include acknowledgment; and an enthusiastic tip of the hat to the talented, generous and engaging artists and friends who’ve contributed and participated. I appreciate you giving me the opportunity to challenge and stretch myself. All photos, art and media content on this blog are stock, unless specific credit given.
nice to get to know you
Thank you so much Liliana, me too, love your writing!
Love your work and I have decided to follow you to keep up…all the best
Celeste
You have, gosh wow you flatter so. Thank you for your kind words Celeste.
Hey Pete! Thank you for the follow
Sure Andy, love your site!
Thank you! Hope to see you again soon! enjoying your posts here
Oh you will buddy! Glad you’re enjoying and looking forward to reading you.
Really nice site Pete, well done. I’m a bit pedal to the metal right now. But I certainly intend to come back and have a good look around as I always like reading your stuff.
Thanks buddy, and I know there’s a story of yours waiting for me too, for this morning. Appreciate you showing up here!
Hey Pete! look forward to reading your thoughts.
Thanks big W, hope you’re doing well up there and not working too hard!
Hi Pete. Have a wonderful day writing.
Thank you Kasha!!!
Pete is also a great person to consider a friend…
Yeh, to nice people.
Hey Pete, I have nominated you for another award, the ABC Award. If you want to accept it, visit the link for details…
http://celestealluvial.wordpress.com/2012/02/10/abc-award-2/
Congratulations
Celeste
Thanks!
Ciao Pete!! Lovely to see that you have a blog
Looking forward to read your work and to see you float around on EP!! (waves)
And floating I will.
Love your Writing Pete.
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You’re one of my favorites for sure Wilfred!
Love your site Pete! I’m looking forward to reading everything here! Oh yeah, not so much a ghost town here
Hey thanks! I appreciate that.
I just looked at yours, great stuff. I can’t comment there or like unless I sign up? Well I’ll tell you right here then keep it up. You’ve got a niche thing going on there I really like it a lot.
Thanks for your kind words Joanne. Not too much of a ghost town lately which is GOOD. haha
Hi Pete! Haven’t known you long but I like your stories. I am passing the Versatile Blogger Award to you. Check out the specifics in today’s post.
That’s so kind of you Jonesingafter40, THANKS!
I checked it out, and do appreciate it, but will have to pass. But I’m honored!!!
And thanks for visiting my blog, it means so much.
Pete
Great and Interesting work you have, inspired much, hope to read more soon! A follow indeed!
Thanks buddy, looking forward to reading you for sure!
Have a great and creative, happy Monday.
Pete
You too mann!
Hey Pete! Just to let you know You’ve been tagged! come on over to the link and see!
http://dragoneystory.wordpress.com/2012/02/22/tag-youre-it
Thanks buddy!
Awww! Nothing new from Pete today??? Now I’ll have to pick up my poor little broken heart and go find something else to read.
Eh Robin, I was MIA a few days, thanks for noticing.
So kind of you to say!
So great to connect with you here, Pete ~ Nice to get to know you a bit more ~ So glad we met!
You too Kristine, let’s do MORE!
Sup, Petey!!
You, my dear friend, have been nominated for the Versatile Blogger Award! Go check it out on my blog because there are a few things you’ve got to do in order to accept it.
Cheers!
Carlos…. DO somethin would ya?
Thank you Gabriela, I appreciate it! I don’t know how to do all that hahah Seriously, I’m a big daft at times!
Pete
You have been nominated for the Versatile Blogger Award! Go check it out on my blog because there are a few things you’ve got to do in order to accept it. :p
Pete –
This is (You Are) Awesome!!! – I feel privileged to be a bit in your Life! ‘Blessings’, Always.
Bev
Thank you Beverly for coming by.
And Robin I appreciate the nominiation. I get nominated from time to time for blog awards, but never accept only because it’s all too hard for me to do all things I have to hahh But I appreciate it!
I’ve only been blogging for a couple of months, and I’ve enjoyed reading your blogs. Therefore, I’ve nominated you for the Sunshine Award. As a novice, this is something new to me. I’m honored to be nominated myself, but have found that it’s taking up a lot of time to be nominated. So, if you’d like to follow the drill after your nomination, please do, if not, I understand. You are still one of the few I subscribe to and enjoy. If you decide to pass it on, click on the link for the award and use my acceptance page as a template. Congratulations!
I appreciate your kind words Lori, I too have only been on here a few weeks and not really sure where I’m going with it yet either.
Hi Pete,
Just having a gander at some of your stories. A treasure chest of fine writing and entertaining tales. I look forward to reading more.
All the best, Steve.
Thanks buddy! Always better when you’re around no doubt. Hope you’re well.
Hi! You are a wonderfully creative writer with a truly unique style. I look forward to reading more. Blessings!
Why thank you, your words are too kind and I so appreciate you taking your time. Blessings back at ya!
Thanks for visiting my blog and you are very welcome. I look forward to reading more of your posts. Your poetry is wonderful! Have a Blessed Day
Hi Pete! You’ve been nominated for the Inspirational Blogger Award.
Thank you that’s so nice of you Robin!
I love the way you write and the way you express things… one day (when I grow up) I hope to be able to write like that… that makes you inspirational… thus the nomination!
nice to be here!
Terrific to have you! Looking forward to sinking my teeth in your blog bud. Hope you’re having a great day!
very good to find your blog
Well coming from you I appreciate that. I’m on your blog / FB right now- you’re quite accomplished. I am not worthy! I am not worthy!!!
Thanks for stopping by bud.
more than welcome – and I’ll check the Facebook… good to see you
Pete – just to let you know, I’ve nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award!
Hey Pete, how’s it going?
http://teaandtantalisingtales.wordpress.com/2012/04/04/ive-been-tagged/
I’ve tagged you, buddy.
Thanks Katy!!!
Hello Pete,
I took time to read a few excerpts, I will be back for more.
Thank you Linton, nice to know you.
I just nominated you for The Versatile Blogger Award check out the post at http://paulaacton.wordpress.com/2012/04/29/my-first-award-41/
Thank you Paula, that’s so nice!
I like this. It really shows how people who don’t have depression really don’t get it.
Thank you Sheila. I think by your comment you’re talking about the flash fiction story Things Behind You. Yes, most “regular” types don’t get it haha Appreciate you reading.
oops, you are right. how the heck did my comment get here? darn iPod screen is too small for my fingers!
hahhh damn technology!
Hey Pete – Have nominated you for the Liebster Blog Award.
http://teaandtantalisingtales.wordpress.com/2012/05/07/awards-graciously-accepted/
I just love reading all of your posts, you know I already think this ‘cos I’ve said it before, but you’re a great writer!
Hi there! I nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award! =D http://zenscribbles.wordpress.com/2012/05/07/the-versatile-blogger-award/
Thank you so much for the award nominations. That’s so kind and is so appreciated, really.
hey, pete, just wanted to thank you for the follow. i look forward to checking out more of your blog. take care!
Great having you around bud!
hi Pete, I’m glad I found you and your poetry. Is there a chord with me and I truly appreciate it.
Renae Clare.
Thank you for your kind words and for stopping by Rena. I appreciate you taking your time.
Hello Pete, thanks for dropping by modest site! Like I say I’m not all that cynical, although skeptical to a fault. I love your ‘about’ picture, and share your love of writing. I look forward to reading your work, and all the best.
Skepticism ought to be the rule of the day! Well, you know of course as you’re a person with a conscience.
Glad to get to know you!
love the new look Pete go go go, you look so professional and more importantly the words match
Oh thanks! Oh and yes, the words haha Thanks for stopping by and for saying so. I appreciate it.