Fast-paced short stories, novelettes & novellas for readers who want great books without the long commitment.

Books don’t need to be long to be unforgettable.
And they shouldn’t be expensive to enjoy.

The Short Reads publishes short story books and novellas built for modern life — stories you can read in one or two sittings and still feel completely satisfied.

Every book is written to deliver:

• Maximum entertainment, zero filler
• Fast-paced plots that hook you from page one
• Stories you can finish tonight, this weekend, or on your commute
• Instant digital downloads, available 24/7
• Prices starting from just 99 cents

If you love mystery, crime, thrillers, or cozy fiction but struggle to find the time for long novels, you’re in the right place.