Short Stories

Ray Bradbury's 'The Martian Chronicles' explores Earth's colonization of Mars, the extinction of the Martian civilization, and the eventual downfall of human settlers.

Burning Chrome is a collection of William Gibson's best short stories, exploring themes like the influence of love, loss, and the consuming nature of technology within intensely-realized cyberpunk worlds.

Nine Stories by J.D. Salinger is a collection of profound and witty short stories that explore the complexities of human nature and relationships, introducing the fictional Glass family and other compelling characters.

In 'The Scarlet Ibis,' James Hurst tells the poignant story of a boy named Doodle, who, despite his physical limitations, inspires love and pride in his older brother, leading to both triumph and tragedy.

A small village conducts a yearly lottery to select a sacrificial victim, exposing the dangers of blind adherence to tradition.

Burning Chrome is a collection of William Gibson's best short stories, exploring themes like the influence of love, loss, and the consuming nature of technology within intensely-realized cyberpunk worlds.

In 'The Assignation: Stories,' Joyce Carol Oates delivers forty-four potent short stories that explore the complexities of human experience, capturing intense emotions and vivid scenarios in concise prose.

Alvin Schwartz's "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark" is a collection of chilling tales derived from American folklore, designed to thrill and terrify young readers, while tackling themes of fear and the consequences of curiosity.

A collection of ten interconnected short stories by Jason Reynolds, 'Look Both Ways' explores the lives of middle school kids walking home from school, touching on themes of friendship, compassion, and the transition from childhood to adulthood.

Dubliners by James Joyce is a collection of 15 short stories depicting the lives of ordinary citizens in early 20th-century Dublin, revealing their inner struggles and spiritual awakenings.