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In "On Writing Short Stories," Francine Prose gathers a series of essays written by contemporary writers, each addressing a key element of the short‑story form. Topics range from the definition of a short story and the craft of character, plot, setting, time, metaphor, and voice, to the writer’s routine, the role of reading, and the realities of publishers. Prose’s compact exploration provides both theoretical discussion and practical guidance for writers seeking to hone their craft.
The collection is organized into chapters titled "What Makes a Short Story?", "Reading as a Writer: The Artist as Craftsman", "Character, Plot, Setting and Time, Metaphor and Voice", "The Writer’s Workshop", "The Habit of Writing", "Why Write? Taking on the World", and "Publishers and Publishing", making it a handy reference for writers at any stage.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Francine Prose
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