Irish Short Stories

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Give Us, This Day, Our Alien Bread
“Sure, a cummerbund shop’d do more business !” O’Halloran scoffed, forgoing the tact and diplomacy he believed he was known for throughout both Counties…
Jun 18, 2025 • Asif Zubairy
Two Wings and a Prayer
Mangan pushed open the door of the pub and glanced straight over at O'Halloran who was at their usual table, leaning over a pale blue airmail letter…
May 16, 2025 • Asif Zubairy
Untidy Town
On the one hand, Slieve Rue had a history of rebellion.
Apr 9, 2025 • Asif Zubairy
What's In A Name ?
They say nothing travels faster than the speed of light.
Mar 3, 2025 • Asif Zubairy
A Good Fit
“Hmm…a secondary market, you say?” Mangan frowned sceptically.
Feb 10, 2025 • Asif Zubairy
The Metal Man
“I had the quairest dream last night” O’Halloran said matter-of-factly.
Dec 4, 2024 • Asif Zubairy
A Lesson Learned
O’Halloran knew what had happened the moment he saw the lupins tied to the green post box on the road up to The Rocket.Irish Short Stories is a…
Oct 28, 2024 • Asif Zubairy
The Potato Holiday
“Sure you’ve never had much luck with your potatoes” Michael Duffy called over to O’Halloran in The Rocket one evening.
Sep 20, 2024 • Asif Zubairy
Irish Short Stories
Irish Short Stories
Short stories featuring two friends from south east Ireland.

Irish Short Stories

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