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
Writing your first novel is a wonderful, incredible journey – taking you on an expedition through your subconscious and out on to the page. Along the way, there are a ton of insights, ah-ha moments and discoveries. Each one will hopefully make you a better writer for your second novel or whatever else you … 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
Maud by Doug Weller Maud had read somewhere that killing was quite acceptable these days, provided it was ironic. She sat patiently watching the bay window in her terraced cottage until she heard keys rattling in the door. “Morning, Mrs. Morris,” a shrill voice called out. A scruffy girl in an apron entered … Read more
The Connected Home by Doug Weller One more tweak to the network and Mark was finished. A hum began in the kitchen. Perfect timing – he was famished. Clutching his smartphone, he entered the kitchen. Soft lighting faded up to welcome him and upbeat music began to play out an appropriately celebratory refrain. ‘Like … 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