we buy short stories

If 'buy free stories' is a misphrase and you actually mean something else, it's a bit unclear. Regarding 'Shall we date', well, it depends on who 'we' are. If we're just friends thinking about going on a platonic date, like to a movie or a coffee shop, then sure. But if it's more of a romantic context, there needs to be more mutual interest and connection.

We buy things to fulfill our needs or desires. Sometimes it's for practical purposes like food and clothing, and other times it's for pleasure or to make us feel good.

Iheart radio seems to be centered around radio - related content. Buying short stories, whether they are horror or other genres, doesn't seem to be in their scope. They have a model based on radio programming, advertising, and engaging listeners through their existing radio - based services. So, it's very unlikely that they are in the business of buying short stories.

Yes, some magazines do. But it depends on the magazine's focus and audience.

Well, it varies. Some magazines actively seek and purchase short stories, especially those focused on fiction or specific genres. But not all magazines have a budget or interest in doing so. It really depends on their publishing goals and audience.

Yes, some people do. There are those who enjoy the brevity and focused nature of short stories.

For the 'Shall we date' part, it really depends on our relationship and how we feel about each other. If we have a good rapport and enjoy each other's company, it could be a great idea. Regarding 'buy free stories', it doesn't make much sense as 'free' implies no cost. Maybe you meant something else? There are free stories available on various platforms though, like some mobile apps that offer short stories for free.

You can buy comics at local comic book stores. They usually have a wide selection.

Not always. The decision to italicize short stories depends on the context and the style manual being followed. Sometimes, they might be in quotation marks instead. So, it's important to check the specific rules for the given situation.

No, we usually don't underline short stories. It's not a common practice.