How to Write a Short Story

Short stories are not only a great tool for improving your writing skills, but a great form for experimenting, and a unique challenge. Here's an overview on how to approach a short story, and how to write one that works.

TIMESTAMPS
0:50 - How long is a short story?
1:35 - Short story ideas
2:12 - How to start a short story
3:17 - How to structure a short story
4:12 - How to end a short story
4:40 - Developing characters
5:07 - Editing a short story
5:56 - Experimenting with short stories

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