Sadness Quotes & Social Micro-Stories

I’m curating a collection of short-form content that captures quiet, relatable sadness—the kind that makes a reader pause mid-scroll. I need completely original material that I will own outright: brief, poignant quotes and very short stories written in a quote-like style, perfect for Instagram captions, Twitter posts, or a single Facebook card.

What I’m after
• Quotes: concise (ideally under 150 characters), emotionally honest, no clichés.
• Micro-stories: 100–200 words each, reading almost like an extended quote, with enough narrative weight to stand alone while fitting in a single social post.

Tone & feel
Melancholic but meaningful. Think wistful reflections on loss, longing, or bittersweet memories—nothing melodramatic, preachy, or self-pitying.

How to pitch
Fresh voices are welcome; you don’t need a long résumé. Instead, include one original sample quote or micro-story in your bid so I can sense your style. Feel free to suggest how many pieces you can deliver and a realistic turnaround.

Format
Plain text in a Google Doc, Word file, or spreadsheet—one item per line or cell, ready for copy-paste into social media planners.

Rights
All pieces must be 100 % original. Upon payment, full rights transfer to me.

I’m looking forward to reading something that hurts a little—in the best possible way.