Tag: short stories

How to Write a Captivating Short Story

Filed in Writing Tips by Daylin on January 12, 2023 • 0 Comments

According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a short story is defined as an invented narrative that’s shorter than a novel, deals with a few characters, and often concentrates on the creation of mood rather than plot. A short story can come in varying shapes and sizes: Traditional: 1,500-5000 words Flash Fiction: 500-1,000 words Micro Fiction: 5-350 words […]

Tips for Writing a Captivating Short Story

Filed in Writing Tips by Daylin on April 7, 2020 • 0 Comments

In the publishing world, a short story normally refers to fiction and they come in varying shapes and sizes: Traditional: 1,500-5000 words Flash Fiction: 500-1,000 words Micro Fiction: 5-350 words Writing a short story can sometimes be more difficult than writing a full novel. This is because you have to captivate your readers, take them […]

Start Small: How to Write a Short Story

Filed in Writing Tips by Erika Bennett on September 26, 2019 • 0 Comments

If you’re just dipping your toes into the writing world, starting with a full-length novel or nonfiction book may feel overwhelming. Short stories allow you to get a feel for composing a story with a beginning, middle, and end. It also helps you tackle character development and a thorough plot structure without having to devote […]

5 Writing Prompts To Make You A Better Writer

Filed in Author Inspirations by Elaine Retty on June 4, 2019 • 6 Comments

Reading and writing every day is the best way to sharpen your craft. What if you (like many people) don’t have time to sit down and write lengthy paragraphs on a daily basis? Or what if you need a little help with what to write? These quick and easy writing prompts and exercises are concise […]

Motivation Monday: What We Learned Just By Getting Out of the Car

Filed in Motivation Mondays by Elizabeth Marrero on September 12, 2016 • 0 Comments

My sister and her husband are the adventurous kind. No feat is too big, no task is too great, no car is too small. This time was no different. They packed up and began a spontaneous cross-country road trip from Florida to California. Their two daughters, who were preteens at the time, were not too excited about […]