I think that the shorter, the better. You will have fewer occasions to commit literary blunders. It might be argued that lengthy novels like Moby Dick, Don Quixote, or War and Peace give us more time to make friends (or enemies) with their protagonists, and thus to remember them after we close the book. But … Continue reading How Long Should A First Novel Be?
Emily opened the bedroom door and found her sister in an indecent position, making love with a handsome young man she had never seen before. Emily blushed, turned with her back to them, and was about to run. 'Sis, will you join us?' Emily stood still. Should I? she thought. Related articles A 50-Word Story … Continue reading 50-Word Tales #89
The shopkeeper with inky hair gave him the bag with sweets he had purchased. 'That engagement ring on your finger is really nice,' he said. She smiled. 'But you must be careful not to lose it,' he added. 'If I were you, I would fasten it with glue.' He smiled. Related articles A 50-Word Story … Continue reading 50-Word Tales #88
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