Submit a Story

7/29/2009

Tell your story. Make it brief.

You can enter it in the comments section below. We will put the best ones on the front page!

By submitting a story, you give SixWordStories.net the right to re-publish and distribute your work on this website, and in any other formats (including our Twitter feed, RSS feed, and possible publication in a book).

The original submission page is here, along with the 5,600+ stories that were submitted up until July, 2009. We had to create a new one because the comments got maxed out.

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There are 19,086 comments in this article:

  1. 5/21/2026PNG Maker says:

    Barely talked, yet synchronised. Died apart.

  2. 5/21/2026nte guide says:

    Appreciate the straightforward approach. Many guides overcomplicate things, but your NTE guide keeps it simple and effective. Already shared this with a friend who just started playing.

  3. 5/24/2026cursive generator says:

    This is awesome! I love how simple it is to submit a story right here in the comments. It’s cool that the best ones get featured on the front page. Hearing the old page had over 5,600 stories and got maxed out is super impressive. What a great idea!

  4. 5/25/2026block poster says:

    So many stories packed into so few words! It’s amazing how much emotion and narrative can be conveyed in just six words. “Yearned for her. Got her. Hell.” is particularly poignant. The collection feels raw, honest, and incredibly relatable. A powerful snapshot of life in miniature.

  5. 5/25/2026HSK listen says:

    ‘Yearned for her. Got her. Hell.’ That phrase caught my eye, reminding me of HSK 1 students capturing life complexities with simple words. Like reading quick stories on the subway, it sparks curiosity-what else can six words convey about everyday chaos and joy?

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  7. 5/27/2026Joebromoe says:

    Black and White, Michael Jackson’s Life

  8. 5/27/2026Perry S Childs says:

    Chat GPT awarded me: Best Writer

  9. 5/27/2026Poeticproblems says:

    I do. Wait. Do I?

  10. 5/27/2026Poeticproblems says:

    I do. Um. Wait. Do I?

  11. 5/27/2026Poeticproblems says:

    Six? I don’t follow rules.

  12. 5/27/2026Poeticproblems says:

    I love you. Oh. Thank you.

  13. 5/27/2026Poeticproblems says:

    ‘I love you.’ ‘Oh. Thank you.’

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    Itsy bitsy — ACTIVE SHOOTER GET DOWN

  15. 5/27/2026Poeticproblems says:

    Got ninety-eight problems. Solved one.

  16. 5/27/2026Poeticproblems says:

    Cigarettes aren’t cool anymore. I vape.

  17. 5/27/2026Poeticproblems says:

    The mirror reflected it. gnivael m’I.

  18. 5/27/2026Poeticproblems says:

    You quit your job? To write…?

  19. 5/28/2026Dashmetry Game says:

    I love how simple it is to submit a story right here in the comments.

  20. 5/28/2026NTE Tier List says:

    Thanks for sharing this piece on Six Word Stories. The practical details made it easier to understand what to look for and what to avoid. I appreciate the clear examples and will keep this bookmarked.

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  22. 5/29/2026Publix weekly ad preview says:

    The detail that really struck me was the mention of 5,600+ stories maxing out the original comments. That number makes the constraint feel almost sacred—like each six words earned its place by surviving the crowd.

  23. 5/30/2026fivenightsatfrickbears3 says:

    Love how a single line can tell a whole story. For a different kind of suspense—**surviving the night shift with 40 animatronics**—try https://fivenightsatfrickbears3.org. Both prove less is often more.

  24. 5/30/2026Compress photo says:

    This is a fun way to share stories! I’ve seen some really creative ones here.

  25. 5/31/2026BobWilson52376 says:

    Really interesting read. I like posts that connect practical decisions with the bigger picture instead of just giving a quick checklist. I’m working on https://teamfightmanager2.com/, a guide site for Teamfight Manager 2, and this gave me a few ideas for explaining strategy and decision-making more clearly. Thanks for sharing.

  26. 6/2/2026IGTracker says:

    This collection really highlights the power of brevity. Reading through these short vignettes, especially the ones with a twist of humor or melancholy, makes you appreciate how much can be conveyed with so few words. It’s almost like a compressed form of emotional storytelling. It even got me thinking about how people track engagement on other platforms, like how knowing your stats can inform your content, much like how a strong six-word story hints at a larger narrative. If you’re curious about that kind of data, I’ve seen tools like the Instagram Follower Tracker that offer insights, though I don’t think it quite captures the same raw impact as these tiny tales. The sheer variety here is astounding.

  27. 6/3/2026ball x pit says:

    Thanks for sharing this perspective on Six Word Stories. The main points are clear and useful, and it gave me a few good ideas to keep exploring.

  28. 6/5/2026Fletcher Wyndham says:

    The six-word format is a fantastic exercise in precision, much like the creative challenges found in Pokelike’s monster-catching adventures. Perfect for sharpening your storytelling skills.

  29. 6/6/2026Autoiaguwret says:

    I’ve tried distilling moments into exactly six words before, and it’s surprising how much harder it gets when you know the stakes are public. The reprint rights clause gave me pause though—good to know before hitting submit.

  30. 6/8/2026Marcus Burns says:

    I’ve been experimenting with six-word stories and find the constraint refreshing, much like the daily puzzles on GeoRiddle where matching countries to clues also rewards concise thinking.

  31. 6/10/2026Autoapxdowku says:

    I like the idea of using six-word stories as a tool for distilling a marketing message or a project’s core takeaway. It’s a great way to force yourself to cut the fluff and focus on the essential. Has anyone seen this applied in a business setting?

  32. 6/10/2026Autocoormcnf says:

    Seeing these six-word stories makes me wonder if brevity is the ultimate test of skill. It’s like how a Nano Bananapro simplifies a task without losing effectiveness—do you find that limitations actually improve creativity?

  33. 6/10/2026Autowbkxppdg says:

    That line “Through reinforced glass, you finally apologized” is a masterclass in condensing a whole scene. I’m trying this format for internal team updates to force clarity, much like the flash challenges at Omni Flash.

  34. 6/11/2026Timur Tekfi says:

    Archaeologists discovered tomorrow beneath yesterday’s ruins

  35. 6/12/2026Poopdle says:

    Love this idea! It’s amazing how much emotion and narrative can be packed into just six words. I’ve always enjoyed creative wordplay, kind of like the daily challenge over at Poopdle where you transform words. Looking forward to reading more six-word tales!

  36. 6/12/2026histogrammaker says:

    Thanks for sharing this. The details in “Six Word Stories” make the steps easy to follow, and I liked the practical notes for getting a consistent result.

  37. 6/13/2026deff.not.duhaa says:

    Loved you. Had you. Lost you.

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    These six-word stories are powerful! GREAT！！！

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    Thanks for sharing this.It’s great!!!

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  41. 6/13/2026Grow a Garden says:

    Great list!

  42. 6/13/2026Pokemon FRLG says:

    Wow!! This is such a helpful list!!!

  43. 6/15/2026hsrtierlist says:

    Stars align; rankings shift; travelers adapt.

  44. 6/16/2026vidcio says:

    Six words is harder than it looks. I tried writing a few this morning and kept going back to add “and then” or something — turns out the constraint really forces you to cut every unnecessary word. It’s a fun exercise in clarity, almost like building a tiny haiku with no syllable rules. It also makes me think about how much storytelling can be compressed before it loses meaning (text to video https://vidcio.com/text-to-video ). Lately I’ve been experimenting with text to video tools to see if I can push short prompts into something visually compelling, and the same editing instinct applies — every word in the prompt has to earn its spot.

  45. 6/17/2026onglp1 says:

    I liked the practical angle in “Submit a Story”. The everyday decision part is what stood out to me, because people managing appetite changes often need simple, low-friction choices instead of another huge list. I have been keeping a small GLP-1 meal guide in my website field here in case it is useful for that kind of planning.

  46. 6/17/2026antibrainrot says:

    The point in “Submit a Story” about choosing more intentional habits really landed for me. I have been trying to replace reflexive scrolling with small offline resets, and it helps to make the better option visible. I left a free brainrot/screen-time tool in the website field for anyone thinking about that same reset.

  47. 6/19/2026meowdoku says:

    The six-word limit is a clever constraint because it makes every word carry more weight. I also run meowdoku, a small browser puzzle game, and I like creative formats that turn a short break into a focused challenge.

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    Old portraits came home through old photo restoration prompts.

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  50. 6/21/2026tricky story says:

    This collection is fascinating. I really enjoyed the sheer brevity and the way so many captured a complete narrative arc. It reminded me a bit of the challenge I encountered when trying to craft my own short pieces for Tricky Story – the constraints really force you to be deliberate with every single word. Seeing how others navigated those limits is quite inspiring.

  51. 6/22/2026Headcanon Generator says:

    Her invented past finally felt real.

  52. 6/22/2026Memorize speech says:

    This is a brilliant concept! It’s amazing how much emotion and narrative can be packed into just six words. I’m already thinking about what story I’d share.

  53. 6/24/2026Theo Greaves says:

    Six words force such clarity. It’s amazing how much emotion fits into such a tiny space. I’ve been trying my hand at these lately, and it’s harder than it looks. If you need inspiration, might help you see everyday moments differently. Related resource: Pet Translator

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  57. 6/28/2026Lily Scott says:

    The bit about creating a new submission page because the comments maxed out is wild to me — that’s some serious dedication to storytelling! I remember I had too much text on an image for my own short story project and ended up using remove text from image online free for that.

  58. 6/28/2026Olivia Baker says:

    It’s pretty wild that the comments maxed out at 5,600+ stories! I’m curious, has anyone here tried using images to complement their six-word stories? I ended up using change text in poster for that kind of thing once.

  59. 6/28/2026Harper King says:

    kind of obsessed with the whole idea of submitting six-word stories. it’s such a creative constraint! anyway, if anyone’s struggling with distracting text on their images while creating graphics for storytelling, I ended up using AI text remover for that.

  60. 6/28/2026Nathan Moore says:

    Looking at those six-word stories, especially the ones on heartbreak, really hits home. Sometimes I just want a quick way to capture moments like that visually too, so I edit photo seamless for blurring out and sharpening memories.

  61. 6/28/2026Nathan Moore says:

    Looking at those six-word stories, especially the ones on heartbreak, really hits home. Sometimes I just want a quick way to capture moments like that visually too, so I make blurry photos clear for blurring out and sharpening memories.

  62. 6/28/2026Jack Parker says:

    I love the idea of telling a story in just six words, it’s such a creative challenge! The mention of different themes like ‘Crime’ or ‘Dark Humor’ really adds depth to what you can explore. But I do think that sometimes six words might not fully capture more complex stories or emotions, maybe that’s why i’ve ended up using one API for all AI models lately for projects needing a bit more detail.

  63. 6/28/2026Julian Young says:

    I love the idea that the stories are intentionally kept super short, but how do they actually decide which ones get featured? I usually end up using optimize for AI search for a similar review process in my projects.

  64. 6/28/2026Ava Lewis says:

    The bit about having over 5,600 stories submitted until July 2009 is wild. Can’t imagine trawling through so many for the best ones! Tbh, when I think of ways to make things easier or look better in huge batches like that, for my vid collection I ended up using restore old videos to quickly fix up any blurry clips.

  65. 6/28/2026Mason Miller says:

    It’s wild how the comments maxed out back in July 2009. Got me thinking, how do they even choose which six-word stories make it to the front page? Like, is there a secret formula? Btw, when I’m brainstorming for ideas or storing drafts, I ended up using no-code backend platform for that.

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    Oh, a spreadsheet! I feel like I’m about to discover the secret formula for perfectly organized sock drawers or maybe even a foolproof plan to finally tackle that overflowing inbox.

  67. 6/30/2026塞尔维亚 旅游 景点 says:

    This is such a neat concept. I tried writing a few six-word stories myself after reading this, and it’s surprisingly challenging to pack so much meaning into so few words. Do you have any tips for making the last word really hit hard?

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  69. 7/1/2026Russellcampground says:

    a drug addict stole from me

  70. 7/1/2026Pro Rata Calc says:

    Six words is such a brutal, wonderful constraint — it forces every word to earn its place. Some of these land harder than a whole page would.

  71. 7/2/202620260702 Kling 5 says:

    Six words to make me laugh, cry, or question my existence? That’s more emotional range than my last three Tinder dates combined.

  72. 7/2/2026Convertidor de YouTube a MP3 says:

    This was a helpful read, especially around the topic of “Submit a Story”. The section touching on “We had to create a new one because the comments got maxed out” adds useful context instead of just repeating generic advice. I will keep this in mind while reading more on the topic.

  73. 7/3/2026https://lyria3-pro.com/ says:

    This is like a literary speed dating event, but with way fewer awkward silences. I’m already scrolling through, trying to find my next six-word soulmate.

  74. 7/3/2026https://seedance3ai.video/ says:

    I think I just saw a story that perfectly summarizes my entire week. It was short, but boy, was it accurate.

  75. 7/3/2026https://kling3.app/ says:

    It’s impressive how much creativity is crammed into this comment section. I feel like I’m getting a masterclass in concise storytelling.

  76. 7/3/2026https://seedance-2.app/ says:

    Trying to come up with my own six-word masterpiece is harder than it looks. My first few attempts were more like six-word rants.

  77. 7/6/2026text effect says:

    What a wonderful way to share short stories! I love how it encourages everyone to be concise and creative. It’s exciting to think that your tiny tale could end up featured on the front page.

  78. 7/8/2026WebsiteReady says:

    I like how focused this format is. A public submission page like this also shows why small launch details matter: clear instructions, working forms, and visible trust signals make a big difference.

  79. 7/9/2026citegenie says:

    They Were Judged in Sacred Silence

  80. 7/9/2026Image Describer says:

    Yearned for her. Got her. Hell.” — that one hit hard. Can’t believe you literally maxed out the old page with 5,600+ comments and had to migrate; these six-word stories are dangerously addictive to scroll through during lunch breaks. The constraints somehow make the emotions hit harder than full novels.

    btw if you’re ever batch processing story screenshots and need quick alt text, I’ve been using Fugu Ultra Fugu Ultra lately. It’s a solid tool for generating descriptions without the hassle.

  81. 7/10/2026hello3d says:

    A sketch became something almost real.

  82. 7/11/2026FastMoro AI says:

    “Yearned for her. Got her. Hell.” hit me hard—six words can carry more weight than a novel. Browsing through these submissions, I’m amazed how such tiny narratives pack emotional punches in one breath. I’ve been sitting here for twenty minutes trying to write my own, but everything sounds clunky. If you’re also struggling with brevity, I’ve actually been using FastMoro AI (FastMoro AI) to tighten up my writing lately—it’s surprisingly helpful for cutting fluff down to the bone.

  83. 7/11/2026Morse Code Translator says:

    Dots and dashes speak across silence.

  84. 7/12/2026AI Describe Music says:

    “Traffic jam. Ambulance delayed. Departed silently.” hit harder than expected for just six words. It’s wild how much narrative weight you can pack into such a tight space. The fact that there are over 19,000 comments here shows how addictive this format is—everyone wants to nail that Hemingway-style brevity.

    btw if you’re into analyzing mood and atmosphere in short fiction, I’ve been using AI Describe Music (AI Describe Music) lately to help pin down the exact vibe I’m going for before I write. Surprisingly helpful when you’re trying to make every word count in microfiction.

  85. 7/12/2026Image Describer says:

    “Yearned for her. Got her. Hell.” That one hit different—six words perfectly capturing the disappointment of getting what you wanted. The constraint forces such brutal honesty; no fluff, just the emotional core. I scrolled through hundreds of these and it’s wild how much weight half a dozen words can carry when every syllable counts.

    btw if you’re ever stuck visualizing scenes from these micro-stories, I’ve been using Image Describer (Image Describer) lately to generate quick image descriptions for writing prompts. Helps spark ideas when you’re trying to condense an entire narrative into just six words.

  86. 7/12/2026SkyCine: Powered by SkyReels V4 says:

    “Yearned for her. Got her. Hell.” still sticks with me hours later—six words packing an entire tragedy into one breath. The ambulance delay one wrecked me too. Love how this format forces you to cut the fat. Btw if you’re into turning micro-stories into quick videos, I’ve been playing with SkyCine: Powered by SkyReels V4 (SkyCine: Powered by SkyReels V4). Surprisingly good for capturing that same bite-sized emotional punch.

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