it's unsettling and the final twist has to be one of Dahl's best. John Burnside is another excellent short story writer -- his collections Something Like Happy and Burning Elvis are well worth ...

A short story takes characters at an important point in their lives and gives us a snapshot of a significant moment. The best way to understand what is required in short story writing is to read ...

The Ballad of Wallis Island, the latest entry in the unofficial subgenre of "gentle cinema," is based on a short film from nearly 20 years ago.

Karim: Remember, spoken sentences work best when you keep them short. Karim: Don't be afraid to cut words out or change them around. Karim: Editing will really help to improve your story.