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The anthology showcases works of literary fiction from talented writers on Wattpad on an ongoing basis. Send short story submissions of less than 5000 words to wattpadlit@gmail.com in the email body text (don't use attachments) for review, if you believe your work fits the essence of "literary fiction". See our profile for more details. Stories will be posted usually every Monday or Friday.

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Forget me lots (Completed) by NodaOrtiz

❀2022 Watty Shortlister❀ ❀𝗔𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗮 𝘁𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗲́𝗻 𝗲𝗻 𝗘𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗻̃𝗼𝗹❀ Much against his will, River Allen can't drag his gaze away from the new student, seventeen-year-old Dawn Gray Brooks. It isn't that she lives in a ragged, teal dress, and carries a thick, leather fairytale book around. There is something hidden in her faraway expression... Something he can't figure out-which leads him to follow her to Elsie's Lake. What he finds will change his life forever. ❀ Dawn Gray Brooks knows how to keep secrets. She doesn't tell anyone anything. Not a word about how she can float away from her body and watch the world unfold. She doesn't tell anyone about her daily talks with Dad either. Why? Because he's dead. Dawn knows better than to explain about her voices... Until River comes along, and Dad's words start to disappear. This boy refuses to leave her alone, keeping her in the now, clinging to reality. But for how long? ❀ Forget me Lots tell the adventures of a watery boy that has fallen for a whirlwind girl. A heart-wrenching journey brimming with love and grief, family, and friendship. It explores the bewildering places our minds can take us and will remind you of your own first love and how deep it pulled you under. ❀Wattpad picks: Hidden Gems ❀ONC Honourable Mention ❀ONC Amb's Pick ❀ONC Long listed ❀ONC Shortlisted ❀Featured in Wattpad Stars Profile: Young & Starry-Eyed ❀Featured in Wattpad's Official Profiles:Cupid, StoriesUndiscovered and Romance. ❀Editors' pick feature February 2021❀ ⚠️𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚: 𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗽𝗮𝗱 𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗴

Our Wishing Sock Awards! (Closed) by Siinn_zoneee

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Short Fiction Anthology by flameoffiction

"Short Fiction Anthology" is a diverse collection of captivating stories that explore life's journeys, emotions, and unexpected twists. Each tale offers a unique experience, perfect for readers who enjoy quick, thought-provoking reads. ◍✧♡story archive♡◍✧ 1. Between the Pages of Secrets ✷✿Trope✷✿ #Slow-Burn Romance #Fated Meeting #Secrets and Lies #Past Trauma #Mysterious Stranger #Forbidden Feelings #Whirlwind Romance

Eridanus ~ A Collection Of Short Stories by Flame_of_Frost

[FEATURED BY @WattpadShortStory and @CoffeeCommunity] 𝘌𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘢𝘯𝘶𝘴 ~ An anthology that represents a shimmering constellation of short stories. ˜"*°•.˜"*°• Here lies a compilation of short stories that I have been inspired to write, or have written for various prompt contests. From encountering a cunning jewel thief to a mysterious Halloween night murder, each story is unique and different. You'll meet an elusive murderer, and perhaps run into an omen of bad luck. Or maybe you're the kind who'll wade into a manhole for an adventure, or hunt for a fabled lady in the woods... Mystery, humour, action and crime...dive right into this anthology and pick up a story that interests you the most!

Coffee With A Stranger by zaverivishal

A girl shifted to the new city with high hopes. Made friends for life. She falls in love, but she didn't know that her love story had a short life. She starts getting anonymous notes one by one. Curiously following the instructions as she wants to know the truth and the person behind. She was asked to come for a coffee date by the stranger. What will happen next? Will she be able to resolve the mystery or will become a victim? Feel her shoes, because I am sure you will be able to relate to her. Or at least laugh at her funny-sad luck. And just be with her as she battles out her life. Let's see what can happen over a cup of coffee #1 in Wattpad10 (01.12.2019), (05.03.2020), (20.03.2020)

𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙨 𝙙𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 by kayjaytailor

[A WATTPAD FEATURED COLLECTION] A collection of short stories. . . . . . Featured on Wattpad Short Story, Boxed Sets [12/05/2019] Multi-time Award Winner [2017-Present]

The Thoughts Of A Wandering Mind by veelozada

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The Tales Of Amor by ishaa_writings

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One Shot Stories (English) by lovedifferences

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Falling in the Dark | ✓ by adverbially

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Billionaire's Feisty Redhead by xJojoestiel

✯Sequel to A beautiful mistake ✯ Can be read as a Stand-alone novel A fun fact about redheads. Did you know they derived their fierce temper from the Scots who are known to be descendants of the Celts who coincidentally were notoriously vicious warriors? For Seth Sandoval Cervantes, Jessica Davis was the same nonetheless. She hated him for reasons unbeknownst to him and quite frankly he hated her too. When Seth's fiance Tessa Urquillo decides to call it quits on their relationship, Seth can only draw one conclusion, Jessica Davis must have poisoned his fiance's mind. A game of pool, a bottle of Jack Daniels and a broken heart is all it takes for Seth to come up with a nasty idea. An idea that ends up saving him and destroying him all the same. --- "Yeah easy indeed. Maybe while we are at it, I'll kidnap her, take her to one of my islands in the Philippines and force her to like me in thirty days", he said sarcastically. "It's actually not a bad idea if you think about it",Lance laughed. "It's not a bad idea at all",Seth repeated which made Lance glance at him with a rather suspicious look. Oh yes, Seth Sandoval Cervantes had made up his mind one that involved kidnapping Jessica Davis and spending a whole month with her until she changed her mind and liked him. "As they say, the way to a woman's heart is by impressing the bestfriend" "No one says that... --- Secrets are revealed, hearts are broken, past and present collides in this fiesty game of love and hate. IMPRESSIVE RANKINGS #1 in possessive~ 12/1/2023 #1 in arrogant ~ 12/2/2023 #8 in new adult ~ 4/5/2023 #3 in slowburn ~ 4/5/2023 #1 in hot ~6/5/2023 #1 in humor ~ 6/5/2023

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His Inconvenient Bride | ✔️ by akiimarvelous

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Fallen by QuinceArchFortes

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