The rules of 130Story are simple: given a random seed word, write a story in 130 characters.

Thank

After Loretta, I was lovesick and lonesome for a long time. Hiram King Williams helped me see the light. I've got Hank to thank. @130story

— Ed Broom (@edbroom) May 17, 2015

Clear

It's g-r-e-y, as in Lady Jane or the Earl, and most certainly not g-r-a-y, as in, well, Les. Her explanation was as clear as mud. @130story

— Ed Broom (@edbroom) May 15, 2015

Blush

Our sunny back room in W12 has bare walls and a white settee. We're torn between Brook Green, Holland Pink and Shepherd's Blush. @130story

— Ed Broom (@edbroom) May 13, 2015

Toe

Rising to the applause, he stubs his toe, drops his glass and curses loudly. I'll get my coat, he tells the 2015 Civility Awards. @130story

— Ed Broom (@edbroom) May 13, 2015

Fancy

By day, a humble garden centre. By night, a humming retro bar. Every letter is neon-lit except the "L". They call it Fancy Plants. @130story

— Ed Broom (@edbroom) May 11, 2015

More to follow.