Brevity is the SOUL of Wit A Collection of Six Word Stories
by Sivashankar TP
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Pub Date 26 May 2024 | Archive Date 5 Jul 2024
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Description
Unlock entire worlds in just six words with "Brevity is the SOUL of Wit A Collection of Six Word Stories" - a unique collection of 108 micro fiction stories that celebrate the vast potential of human imagination.
More than a creative exercise, this book represents author Sivashankar TP’s rediscovery of his dormant passion for storytelling through an intriguing writing exercise: crafting complete narratives using only half a dozen carefully chosen words. The result is a literary feast of minimalism and depth.
Nestled within six thematic sections - Life, Kids, Environment, Academics, Work, and Sports, these bite-sized stories invite readers to peek through verbal keyholes of compressed creativity. Some stories stem from astute observations, others from personal experiences or wordplay. But all of them showcase the author's creative approach to brevity as an artform. Each six word story is an invitation for the reader's mind to wander into realms evoked by Sivashankar TP's potent prompts.
For fiction lovers who appreciate literary minimalism, the delightfully compact tales within the six word stories will provide a unique reading experience. It's a spirited homage to the author’s mother, a nod to literary influences like Ernest Hemingway, and a celebration of the written word's power to inspire.
Whether devoured in small bites or consumed wholly, this ingenious eBook reminds us that "imagination encircles the world."
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Featured Reviews
Abigail L, Librarian
Discovering Brevity is the SOUL of Wit was like stumbling upon a hidden gem in the literary world. This collection of six word stories is a entertaining journey through themes like life, work, and sports, each story a tiny universe in itself. It's not often you come across such concise yet powerful storytelling. Each story left me pondering long after I finished reading. For anyone who enjoys literature that challenges convention and sparks imagination, this book is a great read.
Abe C, Reviewer
Six word stories? Lots of them!
Well, Net Galley says I need 100 characters. Thus, this rather silly addition to an otherwise rather clever and pithy review. Hope this helps.
Sue E, Reviewer
Talk about packing a punch with words! 💥Brevity is the SOUL of Wit blew me away with its mini tales that hit harder than a cup of espresso. Sivashankar TP’s knack for storytelling in just six words is mind-blowing. This collection had me hooked from the very first story. It's like taking a roller coaster ride through emotions, all in quick bursts of literary brilliance. If you're looking for something unique to spice up your reading list, grab this book—it’s a tiny but mighty adventure! 🏞️🌟
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