great funny short stories

You can start by looking in classic literature anthologies. Many of them contain short stories that are both great and funny. For example, books like 'The Complete Short Stories of O. Henry' are a great source.

Another is 'The Ransom of Red Chief' by O. Henry as well. A couple of kidnappers try to ransom a boy, but the boy is so wild and unruly that he makes their lives a living hell and they end up paying the boy's father to take him back. It's really hilarious.

There might be a story where a little kid mistakes a mop for a giant's hair. He tries to comb it with a tiny comb and the sight is hilarious. In '101 funny short stories', there are many such simple yet funny scenarios that can make you chuckle. For example, a man who accidentally wears his shirt backwards and goes out without noticing, and then wonders why everyone is looking at him strangely.

Well, stories like 'A Good Man Is Hard to Find' might be included. It's a dark and thought - provoking piece that shows the unexpected turns in life and human nature. Also, 'The Cask of Amontillado' is a classic in the collection perhaps, with its tale of revenge and mystery.

One day a duck walked into a store and asked the clerk, 'Do you have any grapes?' The clerk said no. The duck left. The next day the duck returned and asked, 'Do you have any grapes?' The clerk again said no. The duck left. The third day the duck walked in and asked, 'Do you have any grapes?' The clerk got angry and shouted, 'No! And if you come back in here again asking for grapes, I'll nail your webbed feet to the floor!' The duck left. The next day the duck walked in and asked, 'Do you have any nails?' The clerk said no. The duck said, 'Good. Do you have any grapes?'

They often have unexpected elements. For example, a character might do something completely out of the ordinary. Like a cat that suddenly starts barking like a dog.

I'm not sure specifically which stories are in it as I haven't read every single one in that collection. But generally, it might include works by well - known authors that are known for their concise yet powerful storytelling.

One of the great short stories from that collection might be 'Hills Like White Elephants' by Ernest Hemingway. It's a masterful story that uses very concise language to convey deep emotions and a complex relationship between two characters.

Here are a few recommended funny short stories and jokes: 1. " The Pugilistic World is Full of Wonders ": This novel tells the story of a movie king who transmigrated to another world. It is full of light-hearted and funny plots. 2. " Laughable Concubine: My Princess Loves Money Too Much ": This novel centered on a greedy and unscrupulous female protagonist, telling a funny story between her and three princes in ancient times. 3. " The Queen Arrives, The Demon King's Daughter Begs ": No matter where she goes, she will fight the slut, abuse the pretentious, and tear the white lotus. She is the mistress of her own story! 4. " Explosive Pet Venomous Tongue Concubine: Prince Begging to Let Go ": The entire novel was full of humor and jokes, telling a funny love story that was loved but not abused. 5. " Old Wang and His Wife's Funny Stories Collection ": This collection was a collection of funny family stories that made people laugh. I hope the funny short stories and funny jokes recommended above can bring you joy and laughter.

There was a young man named Jack who lived in an old house. The house had been vacant for a long time because the owner had left too much debt when he died. No one could bear the responsibility. One day, Jack heard a strange sound that seemed to come from a corner of the house. Curious, he opened the door and found a skull floating in a dark corner. Jack was very afraid but he kept walking and found an ancient treasure chest. He opened the treasure chest and found that it was filled with gold and jewelry. However, when he tried to pick up a piece of jewelry, he felt a force from the treasure chest pulling him into another world. There, he saw a completely different world. This world was very prosperous and rich. But he also saw a strange creature that looked like a ghost. The ghost greeted Jack and invited him to a big party. Jack happily accepted the invitation, but when he arrived at the banquet, he found that everyone had disappeared, leaving only an empty room. He was very scared but he still went into the room and found an old mirror inside. When he picked up the mirror, he saw his own skull. He was surprised but also amused. So he laughed, but his laughter turned into a stench that drove him away. Jack went back to his room. He was very scared, but he was also very happy because he had found an interesting adventure. He decided to tell his friends about this experience, hoping that they would have an interesting adventure.