Short Works Episodes Available now
Exit Number 8
An original short story about living with OCD, written and read by Katie Sherrard.
The Girl in the Painting
In Stephanie Victoire's story, 13-year-old Eli falls for the image of a girl.
Fear of Flying by Anna Freeman
An original short work for radio by Anna Freeman, author of The Fair Fight.
My Sister Biira, by Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi
In Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi's specially commissioned short story there's a family secret
The Flood by Deepa Anappara
It’s monsoon season and a woman is trapped in her home. But is she really alone?
Magic Spuds & Green Welts by Colin Walsh
A School Sport's Day provides a father and son with an opportunity to prove their worth.
The Phone Box by Javaad Alipoor
When should you run away and when should you hide in a phone box?
Synsepalum—ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ National Short Story Award 2018
By Irenosen Okojie. A mysterious tailor makes fantastic frocks for his clients.
Edinburgh by Kieran Hurley
What is Edinburgh Festival to the 22-year-old who grew up there?
Beans
By Jan Carson. A magical story about family, poverty and a bottomless can of baked beans.