answersLogoWhite

0

Short stories are good because they are so short! People who don't like to read long books will enjoy short stories, and lots of times they will find that they actually do like to read and will then go on to read longer and longer books!

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

Is novels and short stories genres of fiction?

Yes, novels and short stories are both genres of fiction. Novels are longer works of fiction, typically over 50,000 words, while short stories are brief works of fiction, usually under 10,000 words. Both forms can explore various themes, characters, and plots within the realm of fiction writing.


What has the author Mary Sisney written?

Mary Sisney has written: 'Growth through fiction' -- subject(s): College readers, Short stories


What has the author Michele Cantarella written?

Michele Cantarella has written: 'Dieci novelle contemporance' -- subject(s): Italian Short stories, Italian language, Readers 'Prosatori del novecento' -- subject(s): Italian fiction 'The Italian heritage' -- subject(s): Readers, Civilization, Italian language, History 'Prosatori del novecento / Michele Cantarella' -- subject(s): Italian Short stories, Italian fiction 'Dieci novelle contemporanee' -- subject(s): Italian Short stories, Italian language, Readers


Are short stories always non fiction?

No, short stories can be either fiction or nonfiction. Fictional short stories are created from the author's imagination, while nonfictional short stories are based on real events and experiences.


What are some popular dystopian fiction short stories that have captivated readers around the world?

Some popular dystopian fiction short stories that have captivated readers around the world include "Harrison Bergeron" by Kurt Vonnegut, "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson, and "The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas" by Ursula K. Le Guin. These stories explore themes of societal control, oppression, and ethical dilemmas in imagined future worlds.


Where can you find space stories?

Try Ray Bradbury's stories. They may be a bit outdated in the sense that they are not what today's readers might think is science fiction like in today's movies. Harlan Ellison is also a wonderful science fiction short story writer. Otherwise try using your library's computer catalog using keywords like 'science fiction anthologies' or 'outer space short stories.'


Can short stories be science fiction?

Of course it can. Why couldn't it?It is the author's choice what point of view they will use to tell their story. Be it science fiction or any other genre makes no difference.An example of science fiction written in the first person is Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale.


What has the author Fahd Salameh written?

Fahd Salameh has written: 'Modern Jordanian fiction' -- subject(s): Arabic Short stories, Arabic fiction, English Short stories, History and criticism, Short stories, Arabic, Short stories, English, Translations from Arabic, Translations into English


Novels and short stories are typical forms of what?

fiction


What has the author Lydia Peelle written?

Lydia Peelle has written: 'Sweethearts of the Rodeo' -- subject(s): Fiction, Short Stories, OverDrive 'Shadow on a Weary Land' -- subject(s): Fiction, Short Stories, OverDrive 'This is Not a Love Story' -- subject(s): Fiction, Short Stories, OverDrive


Define pulp fiction?

as in the movie title? pulp is a genre of books/magazines that had short stories similar to the stories in the movie. fiction = fiction ... made up


What has the author Peter Penzoldt written?

Peter Penzoldt has written: 'The supernatural in fiction' -- subject(s): Short story, History and criticism, Supernatural in literature, Short stories, English, Fantasy fiction, English, English Short stories, English Fantasy fiction