Funny Shorts

A short story of some friends playing squash and falling in love

Me? All-star pitcher for my college. Got where I am through hard work and dedication. Don’t let myself get distracted by anything, especially women. Then I sit next to Charity, and everything changes. Suddenly the only statistic that matters is the odds of me getting in her pants. Fate and a crazy professor throw us together. I’m going to hit this curve if it’s the last thing I do. Have to be careful though. She might just steal my heart. Play Ball, Readers! Levi is a hot and hunky pitcher. He’s got a cannon for an arm, and he’s packin’ a hell of a bat. If you’re looking for a...

Ripley Savage has felt diminished and marginalized his entire life. His overbearing mother has told him to be safe and not take risks. Other people in his life have provided little in the way of encouragement. Consequently, Ripley has lacked self confidence and an inability to assert himself. To cope with the disappointments of life, Ripley has created an imaginary alter ego named Rip. Whereas Ripley is meek and insecure, Rip Savage is strong, outgoing, confident and competent at every task he undertakes. Each time that Ripley faces a challenge in his life, he conjures up Rip. Rip always ...

This book was previously published as “Spicing Up My Marriage” by Reba Bale. Facing the possibility of divorce, three loving couples decide to try something drastic in this 3 book collection… sharing their deepest, darkest fantasies with strangers. Is your marriage on the rocks? Our Resuscitate Your Marriage retreat will help you move past your marital issues and bring new life to your relationship. We use non-traditional approaches and innovative ideas to save even the most troubled marriage. The retreat at a luxury Caribbean island sounded like just the ticket to safely explore ...

Riley Foster is Chicago's premier wedding planner, known for her perfect timing and flawless control. Her idea of a venue crisis? When the champagne isn't precisely 42 degrees. But when a celebrity wedding brings her to Wind River Mountain Lodge in the dead of winter, she finds herself face-to-face with Colt Blackwood - a former Navy SEAL turned mountain security chief who makes her perfectly planned world tilt on its axis. Colt is everything Riley isn't - rugged, untamed, and definitely not concerned with color-coordinated spreadsheets. With tactical gear that hugs all the right places and...

Ellie and Brenda met at an airport. Here’s a sweet, cute, and funny short story that captures the mysterious allure and the utter misery of plane travel, and those sometimes awkward first moments when strangers meet. Can you really meet someone special at the airport?

This book is a collection of short stories that describe some of the unique incidents and experiences from my life. These are stories that have stuck in my mind for years. They are unforgettable. There have been funny incidents, near death experiences, moments of inspiration and periods of deep introspection. I also included a section with stories that explore racism and prejudice. I feel that this section of the book is very important. When I get together with a group of friends, we usually begin by talking about how our families is doing. Another subject may be the recent vacations that ...

The North Wind and the Sun ******************************* " One day in late spring with the sun shining strong She announced to the North Wind, “You do not belong!” “It’s time you must leave, so things can get hot.” But the North Wind said simply, “Oh, no, I will not.” ********** About Aesop’s Fables ****** Who was Aesop, and why are his fables famous all over the world? In fact, very little is known about this mysterious Ancient Greek figure. He is thought to have been a slave originally from Africa, but even that isn’t known for certain. But his stories, with their ...

When a mega popular band from Liverpool sang about Maxwell’s silver hammer, most listeners considered it a catchy, if dark tune. Flash forward half a century later, and something curious is happening around the world. Magic is returning-powerful enough to activate creations once lying dormant. Including some classic songs. When a silver hammer appears in the hands on one of Samantha Moon’s closest friends-along with a bloodthirsty need to use it-the vampire detective is about to discover just how clever (and literal) the universe can be..... Click BUY NOW or READ FOR FREE today!

Angelina Gianetti is a lot of things: mother to an absolutely adorable four year old daughter, sister to the world's most spirited wild child, heir apparent of Papa Gino's Famous Italian Cuisine, and a 26 year old widow. Papa Gianetti, her mentor and father-in-law, loves her like his own, and the whole matter of his retirement looks settled and done... Until Vinny shows up at the restaurant for work. Vincenzo Gianetti is several things as well: Papa's nephew, a former Marine, a high placing, extremely controversial contestant on a famous reality television cooking show... And a ridiculously...

Every day you spend with those you love is magic, be careful to recognise it before the magic runs out Is Michael a kid who's running wild and skipping school, or just a nice young lad spending time looking after his mother? His aunt has one idea about it, and he, another. But when Mum takes him to see the final Harry Potter film during school hours, the trouble only begins to start.

Julian Cross is tall, dark, and terminally grumpy. So why does he make my heart sing? Performing is my drug— And I am a junkie. I’ve been skydiving, bungee jumping, and swimming with sharks. Nothing compares to the adrenaline rush of being on stage. I live for the applause. But the paparazzi never sleep. Now a social media crisis is jeopardizing everything I’ve worked for. And I find myself running to the last person I’d expect: My handsome grouch of a bodyguard. Julian is everything I’m not: Big, intimidating, and ferocious. He’s also the leading man in every one of my ...

When Liz inherited her grandmama’s bookstore in small town, Bliss, Georgia, she knew it came with a certain set of problems. Poor organization, a lack of shelf space, and a rumored ghost to name a few. Fortunately, Liz didn’t believe in the latter, and she was well prepared to handle the former. Until a sudden storm traps several shoppers inside the store, and one of them turns up dead! Now Liz is putting her keen eye and community knowledge to use identifying the killer, but it just might take a little help from her resident ghost kitty to finally solve the case!

Short Stories for Elderly is a delightful collection of 50 stories specifically tailored to provide stimulation for the minds of seniors. Featuring a diverse mixture of funny stories as well as uplifting anecdotes, this book will bring your elderly loved ones a renewed sense of joy and purpose.

Alright, you know how the saying goes: "Sharing is caring," right? Well, get ready because this story is a banger! It dives deep into the vault of my childhood memories, and trust me, it's a doozy. We all have those formative experiences that shape who we are, but mine... well, let's just say my mother took a slightly different approach to parenting. Instead of the stereotypical, overflowing-with-affection kind of motherly love, I drew the short straw and got myself a narcissist. Think back to those moments of pure, unadulterated childhood pride. Remember that time you brought home a ...

COLLEGE INSTALOVE LIKE YOU'VE NEVER SEEN. ANNABELLE WINTERS STYLE. I was almost free. Just dropped out of college, about to buy my dream ride, about to hit the open road to an unknown future out west. But then I see her standing under a tree, those delicate lashes unable to hide what I see in her big brown eyes. The eyes of a prisoner . . . Someone trapped in a life she didn't want . . . Those eyes whisper, "Save me. Set me free. Please." But I'm no white-knight savior. I'm a loner dropout whose only assets are his fists. Besides, this girl just said she's engaged! That's drama like I don't...

These stories can be enjoyed at parties and gatherings to help start good conversations. People can comment and have a laugh. Some of the stories are a bit silly but funny, with a lot of intelligent humor thrown in for a good mix. Appeals to children and young adults, middle-aged and elderly people, so all people can have a laugh; from eight to one hundred and eight, all ages are included. I hope you all have a laugh, and don’t forget to share the laughter with friends.

One of the best ways to turn an average camping trip or sleepover with friends into an all-out adventure is to spark your kid’s curiosity with a nail-biting and edge-of-your-seat tale of terror. Whatever the case may be, these captivating and mind-bending stories are sure to capture their attention and leave them begging for more. On top of that, all of the characters are easily relatable and will even empower your children toward a deeper understanding of some powerful moral life lessons.

Born into Blood. Bound by Honor. Francesca: I’m a Moretti. That means family comes first. Always. I was ready to form an alliance with the Romano family, even if that meant marrying someone I barely knew. It was the best move to strengthen our position on the West Coast, and I know a smart deal when I see one. You don’t grow up the oldest daughter of Il Lupo, head of the biggest crime family operating out of Los Angeles, without learning how to back the winning horse. I wasn’t expecting to actually fall head over heels for Dio Romano in the process, but there I was. Madly in love and ...

An all-new collection of eight "Vampire for Hire" short stories featuring everyone's favorite vampire detective, Samantha Moon! It’s all inside, including: Vampire Requiem - Samantha Moon gets up close and personal with her dead ex-husband’s mistress, Nancy, who might be a woman who knows too much. Moon Love - Sam and Kingsley Fulcrum set their sights on a romantic weekend getaway to Big Bear, California, only to find themselves on the hunt for a runaway boy. Moon Musings - Sam is back and... blogging? Turns out the vampire mama has a lot to say on the subject of life, death, and ...