Find startling, astounding and touching stories in only six words.
1. Use only Six Words Six words is the basic rule of the form! Much of the joy of writing a six word story is trying to fit it into the six word straight-jacket. But it’s surprising how difficult it can be to stick to the rules. I encourage contraction, like saying ‘They’re’ rather than … Read more
Little Titch itched his itchy itch. – He hugged until her bones cracked. – Chemical toilet. No paper. £225 ticket. – Beauty’s skin deep? Let’s find out! – Teachers pet. Uses classroom litter tray. – How cold she became by morning. – No earthly way. But I’ll try. – The face in the mirror smiled … Read more
In six words, all kinds of worlds and emotions get played out. Here’s a few of mine… God returns on Sunday. “Everything’s closed!” – Her father’s her half-sister’s son. – Need bigger shed! Dragon egg hatched. – I looked up from basket to guillotine. – Auditioned for lead guitar. Got bass. – Only the king … Read more
Six word stories are tiny nuggets of entertaining goodness. They enrich and entertain. Try this selection, and why not add your own six word stories in the comments section. – After sunset, I first tasted blood. – Doug’s smug chin jutted at Gemma. – Became a meme: danced for joy. – My reality is constructed from … Read more
There is much wonder and magic in a six word story. Some are poignant, some entertaining and some strangely affecting. In my six were stories I draw from all genres from thriller through to romance, humour and everything in between. Have fun. Danced to the cliffs. Sighed. Jumped. Dragon slain. Damsel rescued. Still … Read more
One of the beauties of the six word story, you can set yourself a challenge and try and fulfil it. At the same time, you will hopefully delight your readers. Here you will find one such challenge. My constraint? 26 entertaining episodes using each letter of the alphabet and only that letter to tell the … Read more
Six word story are the bonsai trees of fiction. Small, neat and perfectly formed. Below, you’ll find another collection of six word stories written by Doug Weller for your pleasure. If you have the time, why not leave your own six word stories in the comments section. Born and breathed. Drowned and died. — Mum died. Son … Read more
Some people love 200,000 word epic novels. And others love story you can finish in less time than it takes to order an American hot pizza. Those who like their stories spicy, tangy, and fun, try out these wild six word stories. And if you like, and your own in the comments stop Murder, … Read more
Sometimes all it takes is six words to convey a story or an emotion. Here, for your reading pleasure, are some of my favourite six word stories. Six word stories by Doug Weller For sale: Ski boots. Wanted: wheelchair. Home alone. But toilet just flushed. Finally, her phone’s ringing… Wrong number. Desperate need to scratch amputated … Read more