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in the modern world

Opening access to stories that spark joy,
connection, and cultural progress for everyone.


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The " Long Story Short Award" is back!

Short Édition is happy to announce the fifth edition of its inter-university writing contest, open to all students from our participating university partners. This year's theme, "Trading places", invites participants to step into another life and fully embrace their creativity.

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Modern Short Literature

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Their works are created by thousands of paid writers worldwide and curated by an editorial team.

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One Gum Bubble

Rolli .

All Julie did was toss a piece of bubble gum into her mouth, one day. Honey plum-plum flavor. Her favorite. And then...

She blew ONE GUM BUBBLE.

That's it.

It may not sound like much ...  [+]
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Planting Instructions

Cameron Walker

Dig a hole the depth of your open palm. The hole needs to be this deep because coins are shiny, and crows like shiny things. Holes should be placed at least 12 inches apart, with three coins per hole ...  [+]

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