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Short Stories | Must Read
This is a curated list of short stories that are must read for any literature enthusiast! Feel free to post your suggestions in comments.
bite-sized (twisted) reads
short but emotionally intense (and sometimes morally uncomfortable) books
You probably had to read this in school.
Books and short stories commonly taught in US K-12 schools.
Alfred Hitchcock the birds want their books back
Books and short stories that Alfred Hitchcock adapted
Penguin Archive - 90 years of Penguin books
90 classic titles celebrating 90 years of Penguin books. No particular order as there is no need. I will try and input the actual cover. This is such an amazing collection of works from literally 90 authors, the perfect way to try new genres and find your next fave author.
Short fiction: 80 pages or less
Short Stories
Short Stories for you to read!
creepy, classic, dystopian, life lesson, etc.
Feel free to tell me if any of these listed aren’t actually short stories! Also feel free to recommend!
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