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How to Write a Short Story

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Anybody with a passion for writing can exercise their craft by writing short stories. Whether you're an aspiring author or a stay at home mom, short stories are a way to express concise and to the point writing. Here is one method of writing a short story.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Paper or computer with word processor.

    material

  1. Step 1

    Select some simple everyday object.

  2. Step 2

    Write a concise description of it.

  3. Step 3

    Give it unusual properties or have something unexpected happen to it.

  4. Step 4

    Describe the properties or situation.

  5. Step 5

    Tie everything together in a short conclusion.

Tips & Warnings
  • Humor is all around. Look at the simple things and change them.
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