Short Story Time: Tall Tales & Twists

This is a short-form book club where we explore big ideas through bite-sized reads, short videos, or quick listens, then come together for relaxed, open conversation.

This week we'll discuss two very short and very clever stories — one British, one American — each with a sharp twist at the end.

• “The Open Window” by Saki

https://americanliterature.com/author/hh-munro-saki/short-story/the-open-window

“The Cactus” by O. Henry

https://americanliterature.com/author/o-henry/short-story/the-cactus

• Both stories are under 5 minutes to read, and you can read either one or both before the meeting.