Tag Archives: Short Stories

Change: a new anthology inspired by the #pandemic

Posted on January 20, 2021 by annabellefranklinauthor

What if humans are the disease? What if Hell is real? What if minds and memories could be recorded on a microchip? If statues had consciousness, what changes would they see? What if lockdown deprived you of all mod cons? … Continue reading →

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The Slob’s Fate #ShortStory #amwriting

Posted on December 9, 2020 by annabellefranklinauthor

Here’s a short story with a timely warning – don’t get too cosy in your comfy chair this Christmas! THE SLOB’S FATE Gordon was lazy. He’d always been lazy. As a child he’d refused to clean his room when his … Continue reading →

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#Lockdown Locks

Posted on May 13, 2020 by annabellefranklinauthor

It’s only a minor consequence of the lockdown, but many of us are feeling the lack of a hairdresser at the moment. My hair has always been unmanageable – more than ever now I can’t have it cut – and … Continue reading →

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Short Story: You’re Fired!

Posted on November 20, 2019 by annabellefranklinauthor

‘I’m afraid we’re going to have to let you go,’ said Mr Blowhard. ‘What?’ cried the Captain. ‘You’re firing me?’ ‘You mustn’t think of it like that,’ said Mr Blowhard, trying to look kind. This didn’t come naturally to him, … Continue reading →

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No Drama

Posted on October 9, 2019 by annabellefranklinauthor

This story emerged from one of my free writing sessions. It was inspired by a TV ad, and is quite timely. Be warned, however – it’s not a children’s story and there is some colourful language! No Drama ‘You need … Continue reading →

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