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NewClassic
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The original idea was to challenge Hemmingway to write a complete story in six words, exactly. Since then, it's been a fairly big thing in the writing circuit. So, compose a complete story in six words exactly. (Cannot be more or less, has to be six words.)

For those of you that are curious, Hemmingway's answer was
For Sale: baby shoes, never used.

So, let's get cracking. I'll start with two:

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  • berethond
    Gone Gonzo
    Posts: 4360
    Joined: 8 Nov 2008

    NewClassic? Vault Legend? I need glasses.

    How's that working for you, NewClassic?
    I did one of them. Something like that?

    Ultrajoe
    On the Record
    Posts: 5746
    Joined: 24 Apr 2008

    The ovation always precedes the applause.

    Anarchemitis
    On the Record
    Posts: 6846
    Joined: 23 Dec 2007

    Ultrajoe:
    The ovation always precedes the applause.

    Captain Obvious exposits on what's blatant.

    I eat apples core and all.

    Fire Daemon
    Gone Gonzo
    Posts: 3479
    Joined: 18 Dec 2007

    Junk food does no one favours.

    This is a pretty fun game.

    Ultrajoe
    On the Record
    Posts: 5746
    Joined: 24 Apr 2008

    Anarchemitis:

    Ultrajoe:
    The ovation always precedes the applause.

    Captain Obvious exposits on what's blatant.

    I eat apples core and all.

    Mister clever-dick needs a spanking

    Sorry, couldn't resist. It was inevitable.

    Faith is a poor man's confidence

    berethond
    Gone Gonzo
    Posts: 4360
    Joined: 8 Nov 2008

    Death is inevitable, as are taxes.

    Don't be scared, you'll be safe.

    TheNecroswanson
    BANNED
    Posts: 6314
    Joined: 29 Nov 2007

    Six word story? I failed it.

    ha!

    User was banned for: The hypocrisy is KILLING me.. (Permanent)
    Novajam
    Gone Gonzo
    Posts: 1062
    Joined: 26 Apr 2008

    Good lord. I'm pregnant! Who dunnit?

    EDIT: Have some more:

    Going to gaming discussion. Taking Flamesuit.

    Proper reviews are bumped down prematurely.

    Never got past Ravenholm. My credibility!

    No-Face just wants a friend.

    fullmetalangel
    Gone Gonzo
    Posts: 1641
    Joined: 2 Nov 2008

    Twelve terrible titans; knocked 'em dead.

    Rabid panic. Apocalypse fires. Fading ashes.

    Crime doesn't pay. Unless you're rich.

    Was born, grew old, then died.

    Cake or death? I choose BOTH!

    Killed for fun, justice was done.

    Supposedly could go on, but won't.

    coldfrog
    Infamous Scribbler
    Posts: 535
    Joined: 22 Dec 2008

    A short history of the USAs beginnings:

    Puritans arrive, get taxed and rebel.

    Some others:

    Myriad bodies betray the rebellion's honor.

    Depressed bullfighting enthusiast dies unnatural death.

    Spelunker uncovers ancient drawings on holiday.

    Test subject deserves cake; receives fire.

    Labyrinth
    Gone Gonzo
    Posts: 3783
    Joined: 14 Oct 2007

    For when you have everything else.

    Addiction just does not cut it.

    Violinist with anarchic cynicism destroys society.

    "Shits and giggles" got old fast.

    Ultrajoe
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    Joined: 24 Apr 2008

    Novajam:

    Proper reviews are bumped down prematurely.

    Listen to this man! this... truthsayer!

    vid20
    Pulitzer Laureate
    Posts: 702
    Joined: 12 Feb 2008

    The sounds of silence deafens me.

    Busy in the kitchen, diners served.

    I'm a vampire with lost fangs.

    Christmas vs Easter, winner: Chuck Norris.

    JakalMc
    Muckraker
    Posts: 235
    Joined: 26 Nov 2008

    After death...will we be reborn?

    Six word story: Beginning. Middle. End.

    For everything else there is MasterCard.

    Puppeteer Putin
    Infamous Scribbler
    Posts: 505
    Joined: 3 Jan 2009

    Education. What, where, why and how?

    JakalMc
    Muckraker
    Posts: 235
    Joined: 26 Nov 2008

    Puppeteer Putin:
    Education. What, where, why and how?

    Education. Facts, here, because and yelling. :P

    Puppeteer Putin
    Infamous Scribbler
    Posts: 505
    Joined: 3 Jan 2009

    JakalMc:

    Puppeteer Putin:
    Education. What, where, why and how?

    Education. Facts, here, because and yelling. :P

    My story needed a second paragraph. :P

    Another: What on Earth? Oh, Never mind.

    fedpayne
    Pulitzer Laureate
    Posts: 975
    Joined: 4 Sep 2008

    Lace pants discovered on floor. Divorce.

    Danzorz
    Gone Gonzo
    Posts: 2942
    Joined: 16 Aug 2008

    360 has PROD. Must kill Microsoft.
    Mustn't burn puppies, doesn't attract women.
    Going to Dominoes Pizza. Ring Ambulance.

    Higurashi
    Gone Gonzo
    Posts: 1965
    Joined: 23 Jan 2008

    Man agitated gangsters, killed in gunfight.

    HyruleanHyroe
    Beat Writer
    Posts: 212
    Joined: 30 Oct 2008

    My vomit tastes like Captain Morgan.

    fullmetalangel
    Gone Gonzo
    Posts: 1641
    Joined: 2 Nov 2008

    A clever thread, hardly ever read.

    *Seriously, I had high hopes for this thread. Maybe things are just starting off slowly? *hopes**

    HyruleanHyroe
    Beat Writer
    Posts: 212
    Joined: 30 Oct 2008

    How about a parody of Hemmingway's?

    For sale: Wire hanger, slightly bloodied.

    doxcology
    Infamous Scribbler
    Posts: 685
    Joined: 12 Dec 2008

    American Idol canceled due to awfulness.

    TheNecroswanson
    BANNED
    Posts: 6314
    Joined: 29 Nov 2007

    I can't put the fire out!

    User was banned for: The hypocrisy is KILLING me.. (Permanent)
    ThePoodonkis
    Gone Gonzo
    Posts: 1684
    Joined: 22 Apr 2008

    Chickens always taste better when fresh.

    Sonic Hedgehog plus an oncoming train.

    Sometimes, I like to smell keyboards.

    I once saw a guy somewhere.

    Ultrajoe
    On the Record
    Posts: 5746
    Joined: 24 Apr 2008

    HyruleanHyroe:
    How about a parody of Hemmingway's?

    For sale: Wire hanger, slightly bloodied.

    I laughed, and laughed, and laughed.

    Vanguard1219
    Gone Gonzo
    Posts: 1543
    Joined: 31 Mar 2008

    Fate makes pawns of us all.

    HyruleanHyroe
    Beat Writer
    Posts: 212
    Joined: 30 Oct 2008

    Ultrajoe:

    HyruleanHyroe:
    How about a parody of Hemmingway's?

    For sale: Wire hanger, slightly bloodied.

    I laughed, and laughed, and laughed.

    LOL ACHIEVED. MISSION ACCOMPLISHED.

    vid20
    Pulitzer Laureate
    Posts: 702
    Joined: 12 Feb 2008

    HyruleanHyroe:
    How about a parody of Hemmingway's?

    For sale: Wire hanger, slightly bloodied.

    I don't know whether to laugh or cry.

    now some of my own

    Fire up the BBQ, its summer.

    I jump, I fall, I end.

    Little leaves parachute to earthly demise.

    fullmetalangel
    Gone Gonzo
    Posts: 1641
    Joined: 2 Nov 2008

    HyruleanHyroe:
    How about a parody of Hemmingway's?

    For sale: Wire hanger, slightly bloodied.

    A joke uncomprehended, befuddled am I.

    HyruleanHyroe
    Beat Writer
    Posts: 212
    Joined: 30 Oct 2008

    fullmetalangel:

    HyruleanHyroe:
    How about a parody of Hemmingway's?

    For sale: Wire hanger, slightly bloodied.

    A joke uncomprehended, befuddled am I.

    She had an abortion. Hardy Har.

    Labyrinth
    Gone Gonzo
    Posts: 3783
    Joined: 14 Oct 2007

    Why? Because I fucking well can.

    Live on stage, fist in air.

    When all else fails, mosh pit.

    Dkozza
    Gone Gonzo
    Posts: 1202
    Joined: 13 Dec 2008

    Want to sell: annoying unwanted xitel

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