Short Reads at Stories Rule Press
Sometimes you don’t want a full-length novel. You want a story you can finish over lunch, during a commute, or before bed.
Our short fiction delivers complete adventures in a compact form — from quick short stories to deeper novellas and serialized fiction. You’ll find romance, science fiction, fantasy, mystery, and more, all designed for readers who want great stories without a huge time commitment.
Browse the collection below and discover your next quick escape.
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| Short Stories | Novelettes | Novellas | How Long is a “Short Read” |
Short Stories
The Sister Jacobine Series by Mark Posey
Short Stories By Tracy Cooper-Posey
Short Stories by Cameron Cooper
Short Stories by Taylen Carver
Short Stories by Mark Posey
Novelettes
Novelettes by Tracy Cooper-Posey
Novelettes by Taylen Carver
Novelettes by Cameron Cooper
Novelettes by Eliot Bishop
Novellas
Novellas by Cameron Cooper
Novellas by Tracy Cooper-Posey
How Long is a “Short Read”
Short Story (SS)
A short story delivers a complete adventure in a very compact form — perfect when you want a quick escape without committing to a longer book.
Typical length: under 7,500 words Reading time: about 10–30 minutes
Novelette (Nt)
A novelette has more room to develop characters and plot than a short story, while still being quick to read in a single sitting.
Typical length: 7,500–17,500 words Reading time: about 30–90 minutes
Novella (Nv)
Novellas sit between short fiction and full novels. They offer a richer story experience but can still be finished in an evening.
Typical length: 17,500–43,000 words. Reading time: about 1.5–3 hours
Novel (N)
A novel is a full-length book with deeper worldbuilding, complex plots, and a longer reading experience.
Typical length: 43,000+ words. Reading time: several hours to multiple reading sessions.
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No matter the length, every story on Stories Rule Press is a complete adventure — just sized to fit the time you have.