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Writing a Short Story: How Long is Long Enough?Information on how short a short story should be, and how a writer can meet those needs.
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Alice Munro's Runaway Short Story Collection is a Runaway HitBook review of Alice Munro's short story collection, Runaway. This effort proves that Munro is a master of her time, a wonderful writer that countless try to imitate, and few manage to succeed on. -
The Art of the Short Story and the Continuity of DesignTen short stories are dissected to reveal the way in which, as Poe stated in his essay "Hawthorne's 'Twice Told Tales,'" the short story affects a continuity of design, uniting effect or impression as a whole in its construction.
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Short Story Critical Analysis EssayThis was an assignment I did for my English 102 class and I received a 95 on it. The assignment was to read a short story and write a critical analysis with a focus on point of view.
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Short Story Review: T.C. Boyle's Tooth and ClawAn in depth review of the short story Tooth and Claw, found within T.C. Boyle's collection of short stories, also titled Tooth and Claw. Great casual, and academic read.
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Puzzle-Pieces: How to Create a Short Story CollectionThe literary world favors a novel. Many editors will not even consider short story collections. For authors in love with the short story, though, there is hope. -
The Memorable Cooler: A Short StoryThe Memorable Cooler: A Short Story. This is a short story about first memories.
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100411 - Test Article Assignment - Short Story Steampunk (add Edit)100411 - Test Article Assignment - Short Story steampunk (add edit) -
Wheels: A Horror Fiction Short StoryWheels. A horror fiction short story. The rage of the disabled comes to pass. Read on. This story is for adults. Thank you for reading.
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Review of a Short Story Collection, For the Relief of Unbearable Urges by Nathan EnglanderA quick review of Nathan Englander's short story collection. All connected to Judaism, his stories still have tremendous range but are tied together by a subtle writing style. -
Flint the Amazing Wonder Dog: A Short Story About an AnimalFlint, the amazing wonder dog. A short story about an animal. Enjoy! Animals are amazing!
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My Favorite Short Story Writer Changes LivesThis article is about my favorite short story writer and details why she will be yours as well once you have endulged in her fabulous stories both fictional and true. -
Bumps in the Night: A Halloween Horror Short StoryBumps in the night. A Halloween horror short story. A fiction Halloween tale. Happy Halloween and thank you for reading!
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How to Publish a Short StoryPart 1 of the 7 step program to become a famous author in 1 year! The Short Story - Learn how to write and publish short stories, as the first step in building your career as a famous author. -
High School Hero: A Short Story About Being in High SchoolHigh school hero. A short story about being in high school. This hero made the grade!
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Spiders: A Science Fiction Short StorySpiders: A Science Fiction Short Story. A fictional sci fi short story. A peak into another world. One beyond ours. Or, is it?
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Cemetery Games: A Short Story Fiction ThrillerCemetery Games. Thriller short story about playing in the cemetery. On Halloween night. Enjoy!
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"Hellfire & Damnation" Short Story Collection Reviewed by the TombkeeperA review from J.L. Comeau of the short story collection "Hellfire & Damnation," now under consideration in the short story category for a 2010 Stoker. [See it at www.countgore.com/gore/tomb.htm] -
Emma and the Birds: A Spring Time Short StoryEmma and the birds. A spring time short story. Bird watching and bird feeding takes patience and creativity! -
Short Stories, Love Stories: Short Story Based on an Image of a Tire SwingHere's a love story with a twist! This short story is based on an image of a tire swing, and even though it isn't about celebs like Brad Pitt or Sylvester Stallone, it's a love story you'll long remember. -
Children's Short Story: Funny Mystery Story for Kids About a Missing Jar of Peanut ButterFun short story that will have kids smiling. The peanut butter has gone missing! Barry and his twin brother, Scooter, keep finding the jar in odd places. Is there a peanut butter thief in the house? A fun story that kids and adults will love. -
Carnival: A Short StoryCarnival, a short story. Isn't life quite like a carnival ride? A short story about carnivals. Enjoy. Thank you for reading. Short story fiction.
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Ray Bradbury: My Favorite Short Story AuthorRay Bradbury is my favorite science fiction short story writer. He is a literary icon, award-winning writer, and my go-to guy for science fiction short stories. -
Writing Horror: Pitfalls of the Short Story4 Things every writer of horror should remember when writing a short story.
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"The Warrior" a Short Story by Jim Butcher in the Collection "Mean Streets"Harry and Michael track down who is trying to steal the swords and along the way Harry learns about faith and goodwill. Great short story here in the world of the better wizard named Harry. -
My Favorite Short Story Writer, and the Wish: How Would You like to Earn Degrees in Writing Romance Novels, and Would the Potential of These Degrees Leave You Rich or Poor in Old Age?Of all the short stories I read in 44 years of being an author, my favorite short story writer is me. But I did enjoy the short stories of dozens of other authors studied in my English/creative writing emphasis/writing fiction, poetry, and plays major. -
Short Story Writing - General TipsPresented here are some general tips for young writers beginning their first or one of their first short stories. A quick and easy guide.
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A Short Trip to Hell: A Paranormal Short StoryA short trip to hell. A paranormal short story. Never going back! Enjoy and thanks for reading!
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How to Expand a Short Story into a NovelHere are some steps to take a short story and make it into a great novel.
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God's Walking: A Spiritual Short StoryGod's Walking. A spiritual short story. Inspiration and faith comes from many unexpected places. Enjoy and thanks for reading!
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When I Don't like My Mama - a Short StoryWhen I Don't like My Mama -- A Short Story. A girl reflects on that she does not like about her mama. And then comes to a somewhat unusual conclusion. Or perhaps it is not that unusual. -
Dialysis: A Short StoryDialysis: A short story.
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The Lottery by Shirley Jackson - Review of the Short StoryA review on the short story The Lottery by Shirley Jackson.
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Short Story Query LettersHow to write a query letter for the short story market.
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Short Stories: A Romantic, End-of-Summer Short Story with a SurpriseThis summer-fall short story warms the soul and touches the heart. Among short stories, what could be more perfect than an end-of-summer romance? Read on to find out ... will Dr. Callister ever recover from the car accident? Will selling the cottage help? -
Analyzing the Short Story The Monkey's Paw by W.W. JacobsIn the short story The Monkey's Paw, written by W. W. Jacobs, fate and chance play a major role. -
The Journey: A Science Fiction Short StoryThe Journey. A science fiction short story. Cory has figured out a way to journey deep into space. Will he find what he is looking for?
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How to Correctly Format Your Short Story Submission in Microsoft WorksIf an editor doesn't specify how he or she wants a short story formatted, here are some universal guidelines with tips on how to format in Microsoft Works. -
Finding Fee-Free Short Story ContestsStarving artists can waste a fortune in short story entry fees. But free short story contests are easy to find on the web. -
Write a Short Story Every Day: Is that Even Possible Anymore?A look at how the business cycle of publishing and film and television has deviated from the short story.
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