A well-told short story can remain with the reader for years, if not the rest of their lives. From shocking to mournful, these are some of the most-read short stories ever written.

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Need a bit of inspiration before sending in your entry to the CBC Short Story Prize? Maria Reva, Terry Fallis and Tracey Lindberg represent this year's jury — check out the books they think Canadian ...