Short and Deadly: Writing Short Stories

Writing Craft
2018
Featuring Eleanor Jones, Gwen Mayo, Meredith Anthony, R.T. Lawson, Travis Richardson

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Short stories demand precision, impact, and unforgettable endings. In this session, accomplished short story writers discuss what draws them to the form, the essential elements of a successful short story, and how writing short fiction differs from crafting novels, from pacing and character development to delivering a powerful emotional punch.

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