Mar 25, 2025
Short stories and small books have always been a favourite for people. They are easy to read, quick to finish, and of course, pack a ton of fun and valuable lessons for the readers. Here we mention 8 short stories that can be finished in a day.
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One of the most exceptional books, ‘Animal Farm’ ends with ‘All animals are equal but some are more equal than the others.’ It is about rebellion, corruption, and how power takes over minds.
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A story with a rather sad end is ‘Of Mice and Men’ by John Steinback. It is the story of George and Lennie, two workers who wish to own a piece of land, but life leads to the death of one. It is a short but meaningful read and will be loved by people for its message.
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A book that can be completed within hours is this one. ‘We Should All Be Feminists’ is based on the TED talks by Adichie, and is her discussion on the need for gender equality across fields.
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While some people feel that ‘Metamorphosis’ can be a heavy book, for an avid reader it is a matter of just a day. It is Gregor’s story of alienation, lonesome, and turning into a dislike.
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‘White Nights’ is the reason why the term ‘Fyodor Fever’ was coined. It is a short story that spans merely 4-5 nights and features an unnamed narrator, a small love affair, and endless talks of alienation and the fickle nature of life.
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Another short and quick read, Paulo Coelho’s ‘The Alchemist’ has changed and transformed countless people around the world. It is the story and journey of Santiago, a shepherd boy, who is out to find his ‘personal legend’.
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A wholesome and light read, ‘Before the Coffee Gets Cold’ is about a table in a small Tokyo cafe where if you sit you can travel to any part of your life. But the catch is that you need to return ‘Before the Coffee Gets Cold’.
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A book that people wish to read by taking their time, but end up reading within a day because of how unputdownable it is, is this one. ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’, is told through Scout’s POV, a young boy trying to make sense of the world and seeing his father fighting for the right.
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