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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Chamomile Tea
"I'd like some chamomile tea, please."
"Our specialty."
"It's the only thing on the menu."
"True, but we have many options. There's Roman chamomile, English chamomile, garden chamomile, ground apple chamomile, low chamomile, mother's daisy, whig plant--"
"Just the standard chamomile will be fine."
"Please let me finish. We also have low chamomile, anthémis odorante, anthemis nobilis, chamomile d’Anjou, chamomile noble, chamomile romaine, fleur de chamomile romaine, flores anthemidis, garden chamomile--"
"You already said that one."
"Yes, but most people don't pay attention, so they never notice."
"How much for a cup?"
"Ten dollars. Hold on, where are you going?"
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