Can you recommend some short stories about barbers?

One common theme is transformation. Just like how a barber transforms a person's look with a haircut, the stories often show a character's internal or external transformation. For example, a person getting a haircut before a big event in their life, like a job interview, and the haircut gives them new confidence.

Time management can be a big challenge too. Girl barbers often have to balance between taking care of their personal lives and running their barber business. They may have family responsibilities which can make it difficult to work long hours in the barber shop. And if they are short - staffed, it becomes even more challenging to manage all the customers and still maintain high - quality service.

One great short story about depression is 'The Yellow Wallpaper' by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. It shows the descent into madness of a woman with post - partum depression in a very vivid way. The way she fixates on the wallpaper in her room is a symbol of her trapped state of mind.

There are many great short stories in the world that don't involve sex stories. For instance, some short stories about historical events can be both educational and engaging. They can transport you to different eras and let you experience the past through the eyes of the characters.

There might be a story where a barber discovers a magical hair that has the power to grant wishes when he cuts it. However, he has to face moral dilemmas on how to use this power. This story could explore themes of greed and self - control.

Maybe there's a short story where 400 boys are on an adventure in a mysterious forest. They face various challenges such as finding food, dealing with wild animals, and getting lost. But with their courage and the skills they learn along the way, they find their way out of the forest and become closer friends as a result.

There could be various indie short stories out there. You might want to check online short - story platforms. Some amateur writers might have created stories about a girl in 1984, perhaps focusing on her dreams, her family life, or her experiences during that time. But it would take some searching to find the really good ones.

A short story about sisters could be set in a small town. One sister is a talented artist but is too shy to show her work. The other sister is very outgoing. The outgoing sister decides to organize an art show for the shy sister in the town hall. Through this experience, the shy sister gains confidence, and their relationship grows stronger as they support each other's dreams.

Another one is 'Oliver Twist'. Oliver is a poor orphan boy. He has to struggle in a cruel world full of thieves and villains. His story reflects the social problems at that time and his own pursuit of a better life and kindness.

Well, 'The Little Match Girl' can also be seen as a love - related short story in a way. Although it mainly focuses on the poor girl's experience on a cold night, the love she has for her late grandmother is a strong emotional thread throughout. And then there's 'A Rose for Emily' which shows a complex and somewhat twisted form of love.