Short fiction is second-cousin to the poem, relying on many of the same techniques (including brevity). Like poetry, fiction can be very beautiful, with words that flow like sunshine from a cloudy sky and imagery capable of haunting our dreams at night. And short fiction, like poetry, attempts to reveal the hidden Truths of our humanity.
In 5,000 words or less.
| Short Stories (1-5) | Author |
| Secrets | Ron Carnell |
| Human beings, by our very nature, are territorial and possessive. We are always looking for something to call our own. | |
| The Gallows Pole | Abrahm Simons |
| A foray into the results of intolerance with an ending of moral significance. | |
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Christian Poetry
A subcategory of the Poetry Buffet, this section presents poetry dealing with Christianity, Faith, and Spiritual growth..
Humorous and Funny Poems
A subcategory of the Poetry Buffet, you will find poems in here that will make you smile, giggle, and even laugh out loud.
Narrative Poems That Tell A Story
A subcategory of the Poetry Buffet, this section contains narrative poetry that uses fictional story techniques to reveal a Truth about our world.
Poetry About Beauty and Nature
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A subcategory of the Poetry Buffet, these short stories represent the beauty and feelings of great poetry - but without the poetry.
Poetry About Poetry
Writers are sometimes admonished to write about what they know best - and that can often result in beautiful poetry and prose about this thing we call poetry. Who else, after all, can better explore the depths of the poet's soul?
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