FLASH!
Writing the Very Short Story
Published on 13. February 2018
Book
Paperback/Softback
272 pages
978-0-393-35235-1 (ISBN)
Description
The history of fiction has been dominated by the novel and the short story. But now a brave new genre has emerged: very brief fiction. FLASH! identifies the qualities that make for excellent flash fiction, demystifies the writing process and guides writers by exercise and example through the world of the very short story. John Dufresne's characteristic warmth, wit and humour remind writers of the joy in the creative process, making this a perfect guide for any writer interested in trying a new form.
Reviews / Votes
"FLASH! Writing the Very Short Story by John Dufresne identifies the qualities that make for excellent flash fiction and guides would-be writers with exercises and examples through the world of the very short story. A perfect guide for any writer interested in trying this popular form." -- Writers' Forum magazineMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 208 mm
Width: 139 mm
Thickness: 22 mm
Weight
214 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-393-35235-1 (9780393352351)
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E-Book
02/2018
W. W. Norton & Company
€15.99
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