Welcome to The Shortys!
The home for creators of short fiction and poems.
Each year, we welcome writers to our annual competition celebrating the art of short stories, flash fiction, and poetry.
From unforgettable characters to thought-provoking verses, The Shortys is a place to create, inspire, and share your words with the our lovely community.
Submissions for The Shortys open on 1 September each year.
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Jul 29, 2026 05:53PM
Hello Shortys Fans!It's time for our fact and question of the week.FOTWDid you know?'Metromania' is a strong compulsion to write poetry.QOTWIf you could have dinner with any fictional character...View all Conversations
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