Read Short Stories for Adults
listed below in order of the date they were published, with new stories first.
The Path Beyond Jenka
By
Londeka Hlongwa
The story about Amina, a young woman from the village of Jinka, who has always found solace in the stars. When cruel gossip turns her into an outcast, she discovers an inner strength that transforms not only her but her entire village. Ho
Hummus
By
Barry
Seventeen-year-old Sonny Gossage is infatuated with Naomi Shamir, the Israeli woman who lives down the street. He craves romance; all she can offer is a plate of hummus and occasional babysitting job.
M19-A Room At The Inn
By
Denise Arnault
Janine's love life is in tatters before she becomes torn between a new love and an old one.
A Legacy of Love
By
Mary Worsley
A flash fiction short story, returning to Grandma's house as new owner, reminded of the happy times.