Short Story Writing

Crafting Powerful Fiction in Fewer Words

By: Steve Alcorn

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Master the Art of Short Fiction

Whether you're crafting flash fiction, writing your first novelette, or submitting to literary magazines, this comprehensive guide gives you everything you need to write powerful short stories that captivate readers and editors alike.

What You'll Learn:

• The six major forms of short fiction—from 50-word mini sagas to 17,500-word novelettes
• How to structure your story using the nine-checkpoint method that guarantees dramatic impact
• Character development techniques that make readers care
• The scene-and-sequel framework that professional writers use
• Publishing strategies for magazines, anthologies, and self-publishing

From Concept to Publication:

This book takes you beyond basic writing advice. You'll discover how plot differs from story, master viewpoint and tense, craft authentic dialogue, and write vivid settings. Plus, you'll learn professional editing techniques and marketing strategies to get your stories published.

Steve Alcorn is a USA Today bestselling author, engineer, and educator. In 1986 he founded Alcorn McBride, the leading maker of technology for theme park attractions worldwide. In 2001 he founded Writing Academy, where for more than 25 years he has helped over 100,000 students structure their novels—both through his own courses and through the online programs of more than 1,500 colleges and universities. He is the author of 27 books spanning fiction, nonfiction, and writing craft, and he narrates many of his own audiobooks.

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