Six Word Stories, Memoirs and Six Word Wonders can grab at your heart or tickle your tummy. Here, I’ve collected some of the best advice from other authors and publishers on how to write great six word stories. Each of these sites gives you a slightly different perspective on how to make your story sing. … Read more
This page collects the most useful links related to Doug Weller, his books, the Six Word Wonder project, and helpful writing resources from across the web. Whether you’re looking to explore Doug Weller’s work, improve your writing, or discover more about six word storytelling, these links provide a curated starting point. Doug Weller Official Links … Read more
We caught up with Doug Weller, the author of Six Word Wonder, a new collection of six word poems, stories and jokes. You can buy it on Amazon. What inspired you to first write Six Word Wonder? I must have heard about the famous Hemmingway story ‘For Sale: Baby Shoes. Never worn.’ about five years … Read more
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
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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 want … 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
