For this reason the King did not question the boy further but tried to cheer him by telling him witty stories.

Both of these plays have displayed Straughan's talent for writing dark, twisted and witty stories.

She considered herself to be mainly a poet, but is now best appreciated for her witty and ironic stories.

A witty story with a political message which explores child exploitation in Asia.

I'd like to read witty, clever, deep, sharp, funny, simply very well-written stories from China.

She has told us some of the wittiest stories I've heard for a long time.

She designs products with graphic clarity, luscious tones and a witty story to tell.

Reviewers cite her work for strong, believable characters in witty, warm stories.

I was terrified, until the earl put me at ease with a string of witty stories and friendly chat.

Most of the wittier stories fall to her.