Funny Shorts

A refrigerator repairman whose tools could accidentally destroy the planet. The best pot of chili ever, in the history of this or any other universe. Pizza so bad it’s been weaponized by aliens. Intergalactic Refrigerator Repairmen Seldom Carry Cash is a wild smorgasbord of dozens of delightful comic science fiction tales, with a healthy side of fantasy mixed in. Learn the delicious secrets of the universe through stories such as Amazingland, A Taste of Damsel, and Why I Bring a Bag Lunch Now. Thrill to the end of all things in Apocalyptic Nostrils of the Moon and Trailer Trash Savior. ...

Christmas in Colorado was a time for hotwives and Cassidy Hewitt was excited for her first time. Cass heard the whispers when she entered the room, a dimly lit bar filled with holiday cheer in her tiny hometown of Ledge Hill, Colorado. She was home for the holidays and out on the town, an impromptu class reunion with people she hadn’t seen in fifteen years. She’d been terrible about returning texts and keeping up with social media, and she hoped that would work to her advantage tonight. If nobody knew her, no one would have any idea what she was up to. Joe couldn’t look away and ...

Funny Business is based around the theme of - what else - humor, and if you’re familiar with Jon and Guys Read, you already know what you’re in store for: an hilarious story.

Dele – Do no evil I’ve made her my neighbor; I’ve made her my muse; and I will make her mine… I dominate these dirty bayou streets. Soon, I will make a big splash in the music industry. Kendis is the aloof bestie of my best friend’s little sister. Everyone dances to my whim. Alive or dead. Except Kendis. Like tonight. I gave her the impression I am a gentleman, gentle I am not. My taboo dealings may haunt us, but Kendis is mine to protect. Sweet Kendis suspects my dodginess. If she could leave me, she would. Still, everyday, I want to make music with her body the way I do on my ...

When Sarah bumped into Trey at a restaurant, she wasn't expecting the good-looking, charming guy to ask her out on a date. But she never would have guessed that he was the new boss that everybody in her office was dreading. Will their romance be over before it even starts? Or will that night be the beginning of forever? Need You Now is a sweet romantic comedy: 10,400 words. Need You Now is a sweet romance short story/ short novella: 10,400 words. A spicier version of this title was published under the pen name Elizabeth Carlos.

Follow the adventures of Chomps the shark. Chomps is a very friendly and adventurous shark. He enjoys swimming in the cold ocean. He has done this every day of his life. However, he does get bored doing the same thing over and over again. He wants to explore more of the ocean, but he is a bit scared to do so. He is afraid of getting lost. What kind of adventures will Chomps get into?

This short book is a collection of character studies set to the short story form. Hess explores the complexities of relationships between men and women, and the way men and women live with, and without, listening to one another. This collection includes "Nothing Extraordinary," the story of one Mr. Sissue, who just can't seem to get a handle on love or life. It also includes "The One Homeless Woman of Athens, OH," a story that explores a winning moment in the life of that one woman. The third story, "Mrs. Gumblebee," serves as a warning for all those who misplace their passion. The last ...

Fun in the Sun is even more fun when all the couples can play. She wears her best heels for the occasion. The game Go Fish, the stakes, losing the shirt off her back. And the shorts. And the bathing suit. Julietta Kaye is used to being the subject of men’s fantasies. A model with the body of a goddess, she’s always been the center of attention, just not of three women and four men. Not all at the same time. She doesn’t even know what her body is capable of until she’s with two complete strangers at the exact same time, in the exact same… spot. Dominic just wants a relaxing ...

Have you ever wondered what a UFO abduction is like from the alien’s viewpoint? Can a machine provide comfort to a dying woman? What would it be like to fall into the hands of a get-rich-quick scheming extraterrestrial? All these questions and more are answered in this book of wonderfully crafted short stories by breakout author J.J. Harlan.

Sarah's Adventure: Sarah's best friend Helena receives a mysterious letter then disappears. When Sarah goes out looking for her, she gets into all sorts of trouble. While dealing with dangerous gangs, eavesdropping on secret meetings, tailing her eccentric uncle and avoiding school, she tries to find out what's going on. With bonus funny short story The Battle of the Deities: Gudrun the thief meets all sorts of interesting people, including an aunt and uncle he didn't know he had, a horse goddess, a saint, a philosophical talking penguin and a telepathic alien. They travel around together ...

Funny Business is based around the theme of - what else - humor, and if you’re familiar with Jon and Guys Read, you already know what you’re in store for: an hilarious story.

"I went up to the receptionist and asked if I could make an in person complaint about a noisy neighbor." A brand new comedic short story about a man who moves into a new apartment and has to deal with a neighbor.

Determined to snag a mistletoe kiss from her longtime crush by Christmas Eve, shy bookworm Tabitha recruits her best friend's charming brother, Liam—yeah that Liam, the notorious player—as her secret romance coach. Little does she know, Liam's been hiding some mistletoe dreams of his own—all starring Tabitha. As their flirty lessons heat up the snowy nights in their cozy small town, Liam must choose: play it safe as her wingman, or risk it all for a chance to be the man waiting for her under the mistletoe. Tropes: Romance coach Best friend’s brother Player hero Shy heroine He falls ...

A teacher in a poor South Florida school has an encounter with a student who changes her thinking about herself and the meaning of life.

West Coast, East Coast, hotwives all around. Kathleen Westerly is every man’s walking wet dream, tall, brunette with curves that won’t quit. Donnell can’t stop fantasizing about his neighbor’s wife and Jesse knows he’ll make their dream of sharing Kathleen with a black man a reality, so confident that they don’t even broach the subject with him before surprising him at his front door. Donnell is only taken off guard for a second, not wasting a minute before he agrees to their little plan. He can’t turn her down, looking so sexy and eager on his doorstep in her skimpy little ...

This book is a collection of funny stories about traders who gather at a brokerage to conduct business in the stock market. Rivalries, conflicts, and envy take hold of the characters involved in picturesque episodes. Inspired by actual individuals I've encountered throughout my career in trading, spanning both brokerage firms and hedge funds, these stories provide glimpses into the colorful characters that populate the trading world. From seasoned veterans to ambitious newcomers, the brokerage is a melting pot of diverse personalities, each with their own unique approach to the market. ...

Are you learning German? Do you find so-called easy books always made just for children? Well, this audiobook contains a half an hour, humorous A2 level German story for adult learners, created by English author Michael Wolliston. A German story, with British humor? Yes, here you'll get the best of both worlds! Die Ruckzahlung (The Payback) is a fast-paced comedy, featuring three housemates: a short-tempered school teacher, his policewoman girlfriend, and their landlords' party-loving daughter.

When Fred Dorflinger and his wife Carol visit their friends Alan and Loretta Hostetter and their 10 children, they expect a quiet, calm weekend. What ensues instead is a calamity of unexpected visitors, clumsiness, unforeseen events, and a very dangerous bowl of spinach dip. To say more about this short novelette would be to spoil the surprise. Winner of the 1983 John T. Ruhl Memorial award for humor. "I have seen people howl with laughter when Barry Clay reads this story aloud to his friends, but I really, really wish he would have spared me the acute embarrassment and not printed this for...

When nothing’s going right, someone’s gotta give. Three unusual stories of perseverance, tenacity and cleverness, with surprising endings. Dignity Formerly published in Writer's Guild. A journalist has a chance encounter with a young woman in a government office. The woman's disturbing past makes the journalist question everything she believes in and stands for. Paper Cut Formerly published in The Junction. In a rich neighbourhood of Mumbai, two scrap dealers are facing destitute times. Supply is limited, costs are rising, and they’re competing against each other on the same turf. But...

In this hilarious short story, two parents encourage their little girl to grow up, and immediately wonder about the repercussions of their decision, while juggling potty training, theme park visits, and the thought of life without her one day. You will see yourself in this story 100 times over. The Short Years is a series of beautiful vignettes folded into a weekend trip and a look into the future. (Contains selected passages from the book The Long Cutie)