500 Ironic Stories

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An Unloosed Seuss? Feb 26, 2022

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When a new San Diego homeowner discovers what looks like a new Dr. Seuss manuscript, has she really uncovered a conspiracy? Fiction short story with text and audio.

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Dear Facebook Feb 19, 2022

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After using Facebook ads to collect books for her students, a Texas teacher loses out on promised ad credits. She writes a letter to headquarters for help. Fiction short story with text and audio.

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Tortilla Basketball Feb 12, 2022

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During a first visit to a UC Santa Barbara basketball game, a graduate student from Bangladesh gets caught throwing tortillas on the court. Fiction short story with text and audio.

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Sappy Modern Love Story Feb 05, 2022

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Modern update to O. Henry's Gift of the Magi love story. A newly married couple make ironic sacrifices on Valentine's Day. Fiction short story with text and audio.

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Siri Don’t Take the Wheel Jan 29, 2022

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After landing at SEATAC airport near Seattle, two friends drive around with Siri's navigation help. They discover Siri needs a supervisor. Fiction short story with text and audio.

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A Star is Hatched Jan 22, 2022

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Walking onto a stage for a church talent contest, a shy kid tries his hand at standup comedy. A surprise star in the making. Fiction short story with text and audio.

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Help Number Unknown Jan 15, 2022

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Two lost hikers refuse to answer a call from rescuers because they don't recognize the number. Will they answer a number unknown? Fiction short story based on real incident. Text and audio.

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Strong Armed Date Jan 08, 2022

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A country girl gets overlooked during a dream date to a County Fair. Then her strong armed talents catch all eyes on the midway. Fiction short story with text and audio.

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Chasing Rocky Jan 01, 2022

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After training for a sprint, a man returns to his Oklahoma roots for an annual race. He ends up chasing the aging town champion. Fiction short story with text and audio.

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