Two Surprise Parties
Comedy
Two friends choose the same place for a birthday surprise, without telling each other.
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The Wrong Train
Travel and adventure
On the way to his sister's lunch, Jack discovers that his train is taking him somewhere else.
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The Old Photograph
Friendship and family
While helping her father clear a drawer, Jess finds a photograph of someone she almost recognises.
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The Shop After Six
Fantasy
A small shop offers Emma something she might need tomorrow, if she returns it on time.
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Dinner at Seven
Romance
Alex plans a special dinner for an old friend, but his invitation leaves something important unsaid.
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The Photograph on the Wall
Mystery
A familiar café photograph looks different, and nobody seems to believe Tom.
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The Interview Shirt
Comedy
Owen prepares for a job interview, but his clean shirt has other plans.
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Before the Rain
Travel and adventure
Two friends have to change their walking route when the weather turns.
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The Saturday Workshop
Romance
Two people in an evening class discover that getting home is harder than repairing their bicycles.
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The Pencil Mark
Mystery
A library volunteer follows a small mark from a returned book to an unfinished delivery.
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The Doorbell Next Door
Comedy
A theatre rehearsal keeps interrupting the wrong room.
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The Later Ferry
Travel and adventure
A changed bus route leaves two travellers with a choice about their journey home.
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