The Story Shack
Your home for illustrated flash fiction, writing tools and name generators.
Discover the illustrated flash fiction ezine & tool provider
Story Shack, founded in November 2011, is an on-line literary magazine featuring illustrated flash fiction, writing tools and name generators. Its focus is to bring together the worlds of fiction and illustration, and to offer a platform where creators can start and host their work.
Illustrated Flash Fiction
The illustrated flash fiction magazine, volunteer-driven and going strong since 2011.
Tools & Generators
A wide variety of writing tools and name generators to kickstart your next project.
Latest flash fiction
Crime writer’s book sales soar after husband slain like twisted plot
It was a long shot; but Muriel could never feel safe now. Not unless… facing the good detective, her nerves jangled. She wished he would finish his coffee and just say ‘yes’. “What exactly did your husband say?” the officer asked. She glanced out the window and let the sun dazzle her blackened lashes. “‘You’re […]
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Popular tools
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Writing Prompt Generator
Generate millions of possible ideas for your next writing project with the writing prompt generator.
Character Name Generator
Need a name for your next character? Use the character name generator to help you out.
Superhero Name Generator
A superhero wouldn't be anywhere without a good name. This is where you'll find it.
Last Name Generator
Thousands of last names for you to pick. Optionally choose last names.