Some Characteristics of a Short Story
- arresting opening
- interesting plot
- well developed and appropriate structure
- action
- tension
- clearly recognisable climax
- satisfying ending
- atmosphere
- effective use of language in Word choice and imagery
- one or two well developed characters
- effective use of narrative voice
- revealing use of interior dialogue
- dialogue that makes a contribution to narrative development and/or to characterisation
- skillful exploitation of conventions of the chosen genre
- use of setting to enhance narrative
- strong themes
Short stories are designed to be read in one sitting, and are defined as being less than 10.000 Words long.
