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This blog contains poems that have caught my attention over the years. Many of the poems I've discussed and explored with 16 -19 year old students in my capacity as lecturer in English.

Browse the list of poems by scrolling down the page or read the titles of poems or names of poets in the sidebar 'Poem Titles and Poets'. Then click on the title or poet.

Wednesday 24 May 2023

Bedtime Story by Jeffrey Whitmore

 



“Careful, honey, it’s loaded,” he said, re-entering the bedroom.


Her back rested against the headboard. “This for your wife?”


“No, too chancy. I’m hiring a professional.”


“How about me?”


He smirked. “Cute. But who’d be dumb enough to hire a lady hit man?”


She wet her lips, sighting along the barrel.


“Your wife.”




I read this 55 word short story so long ago. Occasionally I go looking for it on the internet.
Today I was doing some work with students doing 55 word stories. Again I went searching for it. And eventually I found it.


At last.




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