
Her- A Short Story
I usually write blogging advice but as you probably know if you read yesterdays post I accidentally burnt my fingers and hand while cooking so I can’t type a lot right now and my blogging advice posts are quite detailed so they tend to be much longer. So, instead of writing a blogging advice post I decided to do something that I have wanted to do for a while now which is write a short story. I will save the blogging advice post for later on in the week when my hand/fingers are a bit more healed. I really hope you enjoy this post and if you do enjoy it please let me know in the comments below. It’s been a while since I’ve written a short story so I am very nervous about sharing this but I hope you enjoy it. I was inspired by Shweta Suresh who always writes really amazing short stories on her blog!
I quietly lie in the closet waiting for her to come home. I still remember the first time I saw her at the bookstore. She walked in with her friends, the biggest smile on her face. Her eyes eagerly moved from title to title as she looked at the books one after another. Her friends seemed bored but she just grew more excited with every summary she read. Her eyes were filled with longing as she assured her friends she would only be a few more minutes. She kept looking and I kept staring at her in awe of her beauty. She hadn’t noticed me yet- I mean why would she notice me? No one ever noticed little old me in the corner. But then something happened. Something that changed my life forever- she actually looked at me. “Well, hello there,” she whispered with a grin on her face.
Since that day I have been waiting in her closet. Waiting for her as she leaves and drinking in her beauty whenever she comes home. Sometimes she brings friends over which I always find annoying. They don’t know her like I do. They don’t love her like I do. Sometimes she brings new friends over which is even worse. They spend a couple of days together, sometimes a couple of weeks but it never lasts longer than that. They can never appreciate her like I do, they never seem to see her true value
I can hear her opening the door, she’s talking to someone on the phone. No she’s yelling at someone on the phone… “I never want to see you again, it’s over between us, ” she yells into her phone. Goodbye Jonathan who likes sports, energy drinks and something called monster trucks. She sobs for a while on her bed and goes for a shower. She comes back in her towel and I can see her approaching the closet. She’s coming towards me, I can see her long hair dripping with water, I can smell the scent of her shampoo. I can’t take it anymore. I want her to find me, I want her to notice me, I want to hold me instead of those worthless fools she calls boyfriends. The closer she gets the more frightened I get and yet I feel excited at the same time. She open the doors and looks directly at me.
“There you are,” she sighs looking down at me. “Time to finally read this book I guess,” she mutters to herself. And now I am content because everyone knows that people come and go but book? Books are forever.
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164 Comments
athousandbitsofpaper
Ouch for your fingers but also enjoyed this thanks for sharing.
PoojaG
Thank you and it’s actually better now!
athousandbitsofpaper
Excellent
John
I hope your hand heals quickly. ๐
PoojaG
Thank you so much! ๐
Shari Priest
Enjoyed the read! Hope your fingers are feeling better soon!
PoojaG
Thank you so much!!
ianscyberspace
An interesting short story ๐
PoojaG
Thank you!
Elle
For a moment I THOUGHT it was a ghost ๐๐๐ Pooja, I hope your fingers heal soon! ๐
PoojaG
Thank you! Haha yeah I wanted everyone to keep guessing what it was!
palmtreesandloyalties
Oh man! At first I wondered if this was one of those (Netflix) โYOUโ stalky situations! Then I thought maybe it was the beloved stuffed animal waiting for the owner๐งธ. Love the unexpected twist at the end.
Joel Abakah
I know right! I got the ‘YOU’ vibes too. I was just picturing Joe and Beck the whole time. Till I got the end, that twist.
Joel Abakah
To the *
palmtreesandloyalties
Ok, glad to know I wasnโt the only one. Pooja put a great twist on that story. I really enjoyed it.
PoojaG
I was totally going for a Joe vibe for the book!!
PoojaG
Ooh I totally had Joe in mind when I was writing this!! Thank you!
palmtreesandloyalties
It was really great!
PoojaG
Thanks!
Favourite_Favour
Absolutely!
Mwesigye Osbert
Are you kidding me? How could I not love this? The beginning made me think it is a romantic story between lovers, then in the middle with the ‘waiting in the closet’, I thought maybe it’s a psycho stalking her, then it hit me at the end…๐this was thrilling. Loved it
PoojaG
Haha thank you so much- glad you enjoyed it!!
The Trainer RN Hood River
Lovely! Hope youโre ok?
PoojaG
Thank you! Yes I am much better today.
women who think too much
I love it! I knew books had feelings!โค
PoojaG
Yes how could they not!
women who think too much
Exactlyโคโคโคโค
Anjali Khanal
Get well soon! I really enjoyed reading this โค๏ธ
PoojaG
Thank you so much!!
Anjali Khanal
You’re welcome ๐
winteroseca
Sorry about your burns. Hope you get well soon!
PoojaG
Thank you so much!
Harry Katz
The twist at the end made me smile. Thanks!
PoojaG
Glad you enjoyed it!
thesupermode
This is such a cute story. Books have always been for me in all phases of my life. They give the unwavering support which everyone needs in their lives.
PoojaG
Thank you! I feel the same way about books- they really are always there for you.
Cindy Georgakas
Great story Pooja!
Good for you to try something g youโve wanted to do… you had me going there… ๐๐คช๐๐
PoojaG
Thank you so much! Haha glad you enjoyed the story- it was actually quite fun to write and try something new!
Cindy Georgakas
I bet it was!!!! Itโs fun to surprise yourself right?!!!
PoojaG
Yes it is- I think it’s always fun and exciting to spice up your life once in a while!
| Purvasha |
Loved the twist at the end!! You should write more stories. And I’m so sorry for your hand, get well soon dear!
PoojaG
Thank you so much!!
Thegirlwithapuzzledmind
Wow. I loved it. I kept on guessing who it was in the closet and finally it turned out to be a pleasent surprise.
Sorry to hear about your burns. Get well soon.
PoojaG
So glad you enjoyed the story! Thanks- it’s already much better!
MissBluw
I’m so sorry about your fingers. Good they heal soon๐
Nice read, initially thought it was a stalker ๐
PoojaG
Thank you so much! Haha yeah I wanted it to have a bit of a horror vibe.
MissBluw
Lol… It sure did
Shweta Suresh
Aww,I loved this one. A beautiful story, Pooja. I hope your burnt fingers are healing.
PoojaG
Thank you so much and yes they are much better!
Shweta Suresh
Glad to hear that! Wish you a speedy recovery ๐
Shruti
Hi, youre an inspiration to any new blogger so I nominated you for an award!
https://musingsbyamedstudent.wordpress.com/2020/08/05/blogging-awards/
PoojaG
Thank you so much- I’m honoured!
Opher
Yo – books never let you down. There was a creepy element there Pooj!
PoojaG
Thanks Opher!
storianblog
What a clever story! Oh, to think that our books might be in love with us. ๐ Thank you so much for sharing with us, Pooja. I hope your fingers heal very soon!
PoojaG
Thank you so much! Yes I wanted the book to feel about humans how we feel about books!
your's_Nomison
Sorry Pooja..you shall get well sooner
PoojaG
Thanks so much!
your's_Nomison
Welcome.
Blessed day and may your life prosper and your health too.
PoojaG
Thanks and same to you!
justcalmwildness
This is so beautiful. Get well soon.
PoojaG
Thank you so much!
On Mamas Mind
Nice to find someone who feels the same way about books that I do!
๐ wonderful story.
PoojaG
Thank you so much!
Aushi
Firstly, Get well soon dear๐..
And its a beautiful story, loved reading it๐๐
PoojaG
Thank you so much!!
Dainelle A.
I wish you a quick recovery! Also, as for the story, I feel conned (but in a good way). Great story!
PoojaG
Thank you!! Haha I’m glad you enjoyed it!
mentalhealth360.uk
Hope your hand gets better Pooja. Yep, you had me fooled lol. Great story.
PoojaG
Thank you! Haha thanks- I always find writing from the POV of a non-living object to be fascinating.
mentalhealth360.uk
And you did it well ๐
PoojaG
Thank you ๐
Roopak
Hope you feel better!
PoojaG
Thank you so much!
beyondthought1
Sorry for your injuries. Get well soon.
Way to keep the suspense to the last minute! I loved it. ๐
PoojaG
Thank you so much and glad you enjoyed the story!
Prachi
I loved the way you wrote the storyโบ๏ธ I had written a story with a similar concept last year.. hope you enjoy my story tooโบ๏ธ
https://starryeyedenigma.com/2019/09/04/another-love-story/
PoojaG
Thank you so much and I’ll check it out!
Angel Like
Exactly… Books are forever… ๐
Spiritulity Awakening
PoojaG
Yes definitely!
Angel Like
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inspirechief
Iโm sorry to hear about your hand. I hope it heals soon. Your story is incredible. I was transfixed until the end. I hope thereโs more in the future. Take care.
PoojaG
Thank you so much and so glad you enjoyed the story- there is definitely more to come!
katey26
Great short story. I hope your burnt fingers heal quickly.
PoojaG
Thank you so much!!
tianiangelahibbert
I didnโt want it to end. It was such a twisted turn of events!! Loved it. Feel better โค๏ธ
PoojaG
Thanks so much Tiani! I actually feel a lot better today!
tianiangelahibbert
Glad to hear it ๐ค
Anand Kumar
The twist was woww.. Didn’t see it coming till it did. so many things in just a small piece. ๐๐
Well you should continue with stories even after your fingers are healed. wishes for you and fingers ๐
PoojaG
Thank you so much that’s so sweet of you to say!
pikachu1014
vary nice story, I like the twist in the end!
PoojaG
Thank you so much!
Heidy Reynoso
OMG! I love this!!!! Keep sharing your short stories. I also have written about two short shorties but I haven’t shared them. Cannot wait to read more.
PoojaG
Thank you so much! You should totally post yours I would love to read them!
judeitakali
Absolutely loved the misdirection.
Get well soon
PoojaG
Thank you so much!
daankatz
Nice one! I hope your hand heals well.
PoojaG
Thank you so much!
ThinkTalk
Great story – hooked me till the end. Hope your fingers heal fast.
PoojaG
Thank you so much!!
inkgirlandwords
Love it! Very clever!
PoojaG
Thank you so much!!
Blessing Pius
Interesting short story
PoojaG
Thank you!
โจIntrovert Next Doorโจ
Is this how the unread books on my list feel?๐ณ๐๐ I loved the twist at the end, great story. Glad your hand’s better๐
PoojaG
Thank you! Haha yes now we know what books are really thinking ๐
โจIntrovert Next Doorโจ
I better read the ones I haven’t then๐
PoojaG
For your safety I would advise that you do ๐๐
shaletjimmymariam
What a twist? What made me think that was a cat….Loved it….Get well soon
PoojaG
Ooh yes I can see why you would think it’s a cat! Thank you!
Nath
Love this! The twist really got me! I thought it was an animal ๐ but a book? Oh my gosh! It made me smile because reading books is my favorite hobby. ๐ You should share more short stories, Pooja! I’d love to read more!
I hope your fingers heal soon! ๐
PoojaG
Thank you so much! I am really into writing from the POV of non-living things because it’s so amusing to me.
Thanks- it’s a lot better today!
Nath
That’s so cool! You’re very creative, Pooja!
Yay! I’m so glad to hear that.
PoojaG
Thank you!
Nath
Youโre welcome, Pooja! ๐
giftedandchilling
I love the twist at the end, was not expecting that! Great story! โค
PoojaG
Thank you so much!!
m11bna
Loved this pooja. Total Joe vibes!! I think I need a re-run of YOU after this.
PoojaG
Thank you- I was totally going for Joe from You!!
BlackandWhite1987
Your shorts stories inspire me to write my own. I am not a strong writer but it feels like something I need to do. Hopefully you can check it out sometime. Thank you ๐
PoojaG
Thank you and I look forward to reading your short stories as well!
The Parmigiana Whisperer
Loved this, you are so clever and talented!
PoojaG
Thank you so much that really means a lot to me!
Andrei Ghircoias
Beautiful story! Quite an unexpected ending.
PoojaG
Thank you so much!
Jim Borden
I was wondering what was in the closet – great ending!
PoojaG
Thank you! Haha what did you think was in there?
Jim Borden
My first thought was some sort of gnome! ๐
PoojaG
Ooh yes I can see how you would think that!
Rez Scribblez
Wow, That is a different one, loved it. Looking forward to more!๐
PoojaG
Thank you so much!
The Newbury Girl
Hope you heal soon! This was a very cute twist!
PoojaG
Thank you! Haha glad you enjoyed it!
Rita
Great story! Can’t wait for more! Glad the aloe worked!!! ๐
PoojaG
Thank you and yes it did help a lot!!
Belladonna
oh yes!!! loved it!!
PoojaG
Thank you so much!!
Nawazish
I hope your finger gets healed! This is such a good read!!
PoojaG
Thank you so much!!
Shelly DS
Hope you feel better! It was a great read ๐
PoojaG
Thank you and I feel much better today!
Eromonsele Emmanuel
I hope you have speedy recovery Pooja. I loved the story and I thought she’ll scream at first.
PoojaG
Thank you so much- haha yeah I wanted to throw the reader off!
Eromonsele Emmanuel
Lol! Thanks. It worked well.
Lashaunta Shanese
This was soo good! I love it!
PoojaG
Thank you so much!
Hamish
Sneaky twist there, I like it! Only figured it out about halfway through. Thank you for sharing, I really enjoyed the story. ๐
PoojaG
Haha thank you and glad you enjoyed it!
Nitha
Whoa!
PoojaG
Thanks!
Odette
I was sure there was a cat in the closet, but I guess that would be weird haha. Anyway, I love that she finally gives the book a shot.
PoojaG
Thank you so much and I can see why you would think it’s a cat- there are often cats in bookstores!
Shahrin
I love short stories!! This is great โlove your writing.
Canโt wait to read more of what you write xxx
PoojaG
Thank you so much!!
minenhle.mngadi
Wow this story was amazing and I particularly like the twist at the end๐คฉ
PoojaG
Thank you so much!!
srishti rai
I love this suspense.. Love the end.
PoojaG
Thank you so much!
Gospel Singer Gadisa Bane
Reading is better than seating!!
PoojaG
Agreed!
advbimal
Excellent indeed.
PoojaG
Thank you!
Favourite_Favour
Oh, Pooja! I am always amazed and thrilled by your writing style. This one blew my mind.
PoojaG
Thank you so much!!