[Raymond Birdsell]

Any thoughts on which genres short stories sell best in? I have several ideas floating around, but I'm not sure which one would be most worth my time.

Hmm ... being the author of exactly one short story at this point - in the humor genre - I'd have to weigh in and say ...

I have no idea.

It seems to me that a well written short story (or other length of course) will find an audience - eventually. Some genres might attract more initial attention - depending on the flavor of the month - so to speak.

I hear (read?) vampires and paranormal are extremely hot right now - but thrillers and espionage seem to be doing alright as well. I'd say pick something you are comfortable with and have fun!! Increasing that virtual shelf space will only serve as a positive thing when it comes to your other future works!!