A Story In
100 Words
Literature in Tiny Bursts.
You are invited to the wonderful world of microfiction. Whether you’re a reader, a writer, or one of our future robot overlords, welcome! A Story In 100 Words is a community of literature enthusiasts no matter the length, but we have a special predilection for narratives exactly 100 words in length.
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Curious Cath
She needed to know so badly, but was afraid to ask. Imagine he didn't know either or – worse – had forgotten.
No, she wouldn't bother the renowned academic (and her life partner) with it. It would only distract him from his life's work: the analysis of 100-word stories.
For days on end he researched various pieces, decomposing the sentences and studying the words.
A few times he attempted himself, but he never got further than 96.
His admiration for the 100-word virtuosos was endless.
However, her curiosity got the upper hand.
"Honey, I've waited a long time to ask you, but…"
From Guest Contributor Hervé Suys
Hervé (°1968 – Ronse, Belgium) started writing short stories whilst recovering from a sports injury and he hasn’t stopped since. Generally he writes them hatless and barefooted.
Contest Submissions Are Closed
Hey everyone!
We've reached the end of the submission period for the latest contest. I'll start posting the stories tomorrow, saving the winner for last, as always. A lot of good stories once again, and I'm excited to share them with you all.
We're still accepting normal story submissions, so please continue sharing your 100-word gems. And if any contest submissions come in now that the deadline is closed, I'll post them with the other submissions, but they won't be eligible for sweet, sweet victory.
Thanks for all your contributions!
That is all.
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