Archive - The Short Story

The Word Nerd Edition

Let’s crack open our pocket thesaurus, make a list of our favorite multisyllabic words, and show off our impressive lexicons in The Word Nerd Edition.

Nov 20, 2021 •

October 2021

The Conspiracy Theory Edition

Let's don our illuminati robes, give Bigfoot a high five, and feel the rush of the 5Gs coursing through our veins as we search for the truth in The…

Oct 23, 2021 •

September 2021

August 2021

The Unexpected Edition

Let's anticipate happenstance, embrace the unknowable, and find ourselves basking in serendipity in The Unexpected Edition.

Aug 13, 2021 •

July 2021

The Bears Edition

This week is all about bears! So, let’s wade into the stream, catch a salmon or two, and take a bite out of The Bear Edition.

Jul 30, 2021 •

The Rock Edition

This week, let's find us a nice flat stone, give it a quick flick of the wrist, and skip right into The Rock Edition.

Jul 23, 2021 •

The Black Cat Edition

This week we're talking about cats. So, let’s stretch out in the sunlight, knock something off the counter for no reason, and then pounce into The Black…

Jul 16, 2021 •

The Literally Edition

With language experts like Mark Twain and Merriam-Webster on one side of us and that guy who always says, "uh, you meant figuratively" when you try to…

Jul 9, 2021 •

The Impostor Edition

Let’s put on our bravest face, hope no one finds out that we’re only pretending to be smart, and explore The Impostor Edition.

Jul 2, 2021 •

June 2021

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