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ItzLunaSunshine
A girl. A promise. A nightmare.
Ara dreams of a forest she's never seen.
A robed figure finds her there.
One word is all it says:
“Pearl.”
Ara wakes.
The forest is gone.
But something from it isn't.
And Ara has never been there before.
If We Ever Get Lost
Chapters 1 & 2 on Wattpad.
TheShortys
Hello Shortys Fans,
It's time for another question of the week!
If you could describe your Shortys entry in five words, how would you describe it?
We look forward to reading your answers!
AkiPrabagar
Werewolf running with ancient prophecy.
SeraDrake
@TheShortys - (Like everything else I write)
SeraDrake
@TheShortys - Taking too long to write
TheShortys
Hello Shortys Fans,
It's time for another question of the week!
This week, we would like to know how your Shortys journey is going so far.
Have you started writing any entries?
If so, what genres/ styles are you focusing on?
We look forward to reading your answers!
Betbeary
@TheShortys love
Lulu_loVerland
@TheShortys I've already started on the writing. Just a shirt story I think has elements of horror
CreatorCat1
@TheShortys I finished a chapter! I'm going to draw a sketch of a cover concept so my more artistic friend can do the cover! Then, I'll start publishing the chapters! The genre is horror mixed with some romance. It focuses on mutation and the terror of being deceived by your own memory.
TheShortys
Hello, Wattpad Writers!
The Shortys 2026 Prompts are live!
After all the waiting, planning, and wondering what this year’s challenge would bring, it’s finally time to put pen to paper, fingers to keyboard, and see where your imagination takes you.
Whether you’re here for short stories, poetry, or both, we have plenty of prompts to inspire you.
We hope one immediately sparks an idea, another challenges you to write something completely outside your usual style, and perhaps one surprises you by taking you somewhere you never expected to go.
This is your chance to experiment, have fun, try something new, and most importantly, write.
We can’t wait to see the stories and poems you bring to life. We’re here for all of it.
Happy writing, everyone!
https://www.wattpad.com/story/413579310-the-shortys-2026
#TheShortys #Theshortys2026 #TheShortysContest
JDymphna29
@Praveen2009, @Megfoxey Hi..You can find everything you need to know about participating in the link they posted with this announcement :) @auraasohn, yes you can! :)
Megfoxey
@TheShortys yes I was wondering when the deadline is and where to enter ????
auraasohn
@TheShortys hi! i was wondering if we can submit multiple entries, thanks!
TheShortys
Hello Shortys Fans!
It's time for another question and fact of the week. We look forward to reading your answers!
QOTW
Imagine you wake up trapped inside a virtual world that is full of chaos. What would you do?
FOTW
Edgar Allan Poe wrote only one novel. His works were mainly short stories and poetry, plus essays and literary criticism.
AnimeAdult21
@TheShortys I Would See Products, Movies, TV Shows, Entertainment, Music And Games With The Sony Name.
CreatorCat1
@TheShortys I'll try to go home. In the meantime, I'll find some people who know how to survive danger- most likely people from Gen X lol. They can protect me and teach me how to fend for myself. I'll try not to pick a side in any conflicts/wars/etc- that way, less people will try to to kill me.
Lazy_lanu
@TheShortys I will likely try to come back to the real world. If I can't, I will try my best to solve the choas.
TheShortys
Welcome, Writers!
Five days in, and hopefully you’ve had a chance to settle in, meet some fellow writers, and let your imagination wander a little.
Now, let’s talk about the practical stuff.
We’ve put together everything you need to know before you start writing, including:
Frequently Asked Questions
Short Story Guidelines
Poetry Guidelines
Whether you’re writing a story, a poem, or still deciding which way your words want to take you, have a read through these to make sure you’re as ready as you can be when the prompts drop on 1 September.
We can’t wait.
The Shortys Team.
https://www.wattpad.com/story/413579310-the-shortys-2026
TheShortys
Hello Shortys Fans!
A few weeks ago, we posted our second poetry mini-activity, in which we challenged the community to write a vivid scenic poem inspired by the themes of autumn and magic.
We enjoyed reading all of the wonderful poems shared. Two particularly stood out to us, written by @Nablai and @LakshanaWrites_1. Here are their poems:
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“Anew” by @Nablai
Magic is in the air
But I don't care,
The leaves of gold
Revive passions of old.
Autumn's being a bit pranky
Dancing around with oranges and reds fancy,
A hue of nostalgia surrounds
Burnt marshmallows in the ground.
A whiff of smoke stokes
The embers long buried by nopes,
A dash of zest reveals
Some dreams just need belief.
And yet, at the core, a regret erodes
The dedication drummed by blows,
A streak wiped off alone
Tenacity shines on its own.
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“Whispers of the Autumn” by @LakshanaWrites_1
Golden vibes,
Flying times.
Tall and mighty trees
Shed their golden leaves.
The lake whispers,
"It's time to renew,
For autumn has arrived,
Fresh and true."
The sky wears
Autumn's hazel hue,
While the gentle wind whispers,
"How beautiful are you."
Bliss fills the atmosphere,
Shared with every peer.
Happiness spreads across the land
Like a cheerful rumour,
Bringing smiles
With a touch of humour.
Nablai
@TheShortys Thank you so much for choosing my poem! ❤️ I really appreciate it =]
TheShortys
Hello Shortys Fans!
It's time for another question and fact of the week. We look forward to reading your answers!
QOTW
Imagine you've just woken up in your favourite fictional world. You have the opportunity to change one pivotal moment in its history. What would you change, and why?
FOTW
Did you know?
A science-fiction short story ("The Machine Stops") that was published in 1909 by E. M. Forster imagined remote working, video calling, and smart technology, decades before they existed.
Lena00St
@TheShortys QOTW: I'd stop Anakin Skywalker from trusting Palpatine in Revenge of the Sith. Not to erase Darth Vader entirely, but to give him a moment of clarity—so he helps Mace Windu defeat the Emperor. Why? To let the Republic fall apart naturally and force the Jedi to rebuild without their dogmatic blinders, saving the galaxy from Imperial rule while keeping the twins with their parents. FOTW: That's wild—Forster even predicted internet addiction! In the story, people become so dependent on their "Machine" that they panic when it stutters, and they worship it as a god. He basically saw social media doom-scrolling coming 100+ years early.
AnimeAdult21
@TheShortys Secret Level Because They Have 3 PlayStation Games: Spelunky, Concord And "Playtime Fulfillment".
SylvyMilky
@TheShortys I would have saved Mitsuri and Obanai in Demon Slayer!
Lazy_lanu
Have the contest started or yet to begin? I'm new to the shortys contest so I'm a little lost
Azanthiel
@Lazy_lanu Hello! It hasn't begun yet. The contest rules will be posted on the 25th August :)