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Read the best short stories online by short story writers of all ages from around the world,
listed below in order of the date they were published, with new stories first.
Walking Into The Past, into the Future By Laceyhopkins

The future is the future but what is more special is the past. When you look back on all the things you've done and said, you start to wonder if you done it right or wrong. But the past isn't always about mistakes, it can be about special memories.

The Oath By Avinish Sai kalyani PS

A powerful story of a doctor and a lawyer in London who risk everything to uphold truth and integrity. It highlights how ethics define true professionalism in both healing and justice.

The Love Switch By Sophi livengood

About two lovers and an affair

Brother and Sister By Dreyri Aldranaris

Kumiko and Alena are two orphans living through a gruelling war. There is grinding poverty, constant bombings, and looming soldiers. Kumiko wants to keep his younger sister safe from the war around them. But will he sacrifice his sister's heart in order to do so?

Ready or Not By Amayah Dotson

A group revisit the family vacation lake house looking to rekindle any memories. Until the secret of the past comes out and all are on their own survival mode using connection of bad spirits.

Wide Awake By Kate Bailey

A girl struggles to sleep in her new house.

The Last Gift By Neel Mukadam

The Last Gift is a gripping mystery about a man named James who reunites with his childhood friend, Roger, after 20 years. Roger’s daughter, Lisa, has gone missing, and the search for her reveals a series of chilling murders tied to gift boxes left n

THE CHOCE By Radhya

A quiet morning takes a dark turn when a hidden truth is uncovered, forcing Shawn to make a choice that could destroy everything. A tense thriller about secrets, loyalty, and how far one will go to survive.

The Racer By Darrell Case

A little boy helps an elderly man

Deception By Stonsey boy

“Thennnn go get it!!!” Crow one said. As Lucky leapt out into the road and towards the building across the road before being surrounded by the blairs of a horn and the world went dark.

School Clothes By Dreyri Aldranaris

Alissiya's true mother loves her, but she can't afford to feed her. So Alissiya has to pretend to be the daughter of Lacitia's family. Lacitia’s dream is wearing beautiful outfits to school. Alissiya wishes that she could go to school at all.

The Table We Built By Avinish Sai kalyani PS

“The Table We Built” follows five girls who, after being sidelined at a global summit, unite to create The Table Initiative, a council with real power. Together, they transform exclusion into leadership.

Scandium By Terri Talley Venters

Batter up!

Our Future is in the safe hands By Avinish Sai Kalyan PS

A group of children take action to save their environment after learning about water shortages and deforestation from their teacher. Their efforts inspire the community, leading to a greener city and a hopeful future.

Waiting at the gate By Emily Merlucci

This short story is about a family traveling to Disney world, but is stuck at the gate for 12 hours!

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