read short stories
HOW TO WRITE A GOOD STORY Remember that Storystar is for short stories, whether from true life or works of fiction. Writing short stories is different than writing long stories and novels. The below tips for writing a good story are directed toward writing a good short story. Tips for writing a good short story To make your short stories more effective, try to keep in mind these pointers: Have a clear theme . What is the story about? That doesn't mean what is the plot line, the sequence of events, or the character's actions; it means what is the underlying message or statement behind the words? Get this right and your story will have more resonance in the minds of your readers. Focus. The best stories are the ones that follow a narrow subject line or idea. What is the point of your story? Its point is its theme. It's tempting to digress, but in a 'short' story you have to follow the straight and narrow otherwise you will end up with either a novel begin...