Which Short Story Collection is the One for You?

Discover your Short Story soulmate.

In school, you had a secret crush on which stereotype?

The secretive, goth and emo types

The popular kids

The troublemakers

Scifi nerds (we have similar fandoms!!)

The theater/drama crew

The overachieving nerds

An ideal date with your Short Story is:

A walk on the beach

Strolling through a museum

Hanging out on the couch binge watching crime dramas

Taking a guided tour of haunted sites

Your Short Story being read aloud and autographed by your favorite author

Orbiting the Earth in your private spaceship

Which of these is your biggest flaw?

You accidentally summon demons whenever you sneeze

You tend to lose your temper and stab others

Periodically, you wake up in a previous century

When nervous, you transform into a bucket of mop water

When someone questions your knowledge about a subject, you tell your friend to hold your (nonexistent) drink while you "Destroy this pleb."

You have scissorhands

Your Short Story leans over to whisper a sweet nothing in your ear, "I _________":

. . . will duel for your honor.

. . . would like to borrow some of your hair for a spell.

. . . forgot the holy water! Just keep going with the exorcism 'til I get back!

. . . need to check your teeth for cavities. Never can be too careful in this day and age.

. . . will find out what the cops know. Don't say anything.

. . . am glad I've got my library card 'cause, baby, I'm checking you out and we're going to party like it's 1925--and my name is Jay Gatsby.

Your Short Story wrote you a letter. What font did it use?

Courier New

Stencil

Kunstler Script

Times New Roman

Chiller

Parchment

Nonfiction Short Stories

Your Short Story Soulmate is Nonfiction! While many of your beloved Short Stories are more like narrative-driven essays, that doesn't distract from the love this Short Story has to give. Knowledge is power, and your Nonfiction Short Story wants to build you an empire--and share interesting facts about it along the way.

Browse Nonfiction Short Stories.

Romance Short Stories

Your Short Story Soulmate is Romance! This Short Story knows what it is to love, and wants to sweep you off your feet, carry you to a hot bubble bath, feed you exotic fruit, and delight you with tales of star-crossed lovers.

Browse Romance Short Stories.

Speculative Fiction Short Stories

Your Short Story Soulmate is Speculative Fiction! Mishaps, magic, and aliens--there's never a dull moment adventuring with this fun-loving Short Story (just don't be offended if you become a guinea pig for various spells, technological innovations, and mysterious potions).

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Thriller/Mystery Short Stories

Your Short Story Soulmate is Mystery/Thriller! Need to bury a body? This Short Story has you covered. You both share a zest for thrills and a healthy skepticism for humanity. You'll be safe alongside this brave Short Story as you two stalk the night getting into--and out of--trouble.

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Literary Short Stories

Your Short Story Soulmate is Literary! Eager to regale you with beautiful conversation and touching insights, this Short Story wants to share with you the depth of human experience.

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Horror Short Stories

Your Short Story Soulmate is Horror! This Short Story is happy to indulge in your darkest desires. You both appreciate the hidden, demented layers of society and don't shy away from a little blood. This Short Story is as devoted to you as Gomez Addams is to Morticia. Together, the pair of you will rule the night.

Browse Horror Short Stories.