I would like to write a short story, but I am daunted by the idea that something so short needs to have a beginning, a middle and an end and that the characters need to be believeable but are not given much time to establish their uniqueness.
I would like to write a short story that is satisfying, has something to say and is not a time-waste for the reader.
In short: how do you create a perfect nugget of fiction in a few thousand words?
Maybe the best advice is a good example. What is a classic short story that flowers within the constraints imposed upon it?
I’ve learned to allow the story to begin where it wants to begin. I have found that being too bossy with my stories only leads to frustration (mine).
Once you’ve finally sat yourself down to write, and the words and images are flowing, you may find that a terrific beginning has popped into your head. You’ll wonder where it came from.
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I took at Creative Writing class. The teacher said, Here is the perfect opening for a story: ”’Get your hand off my knee,’ cried the duchess.” I guess what he meant was be sure to include a bit of conflict and action to hook the reader. I can’t remember anything else from that class, so I guess he had a good point.
this reminds me of a challenge by hemingway i think. he said a story can be written in 6 words. he gave this example: 'for sale, baby shoes, never worn'