Anthropologist, Novelist, Folklorist, Voice of the Silent Many

Short Stories have made remarkable progress through the decades, and fables are predecessors of the genre. This article discusses how short stories developed, what structure they should have, and sub-classifications. It also touches on marketing strategies past and present.

One of the most challenging tasks any writer faces in their career is the task of publishing. Self-publishing is an investment. Do your homework.

John Updike,author of short stories and novels such as Witches of Eastwick, died this month aged 76.Among his early stories about a couple (the ´Maples´)is ´Separating.´But is the story really about the end of a marriage or more about the start of a mental health condition signalled by depression?

This Short Story review of "Flight" by Doris Lessing examines some St Valentine's Day concerns. First Love, Teen Romance, Parental Responsibilities, Marriage Commitment, Separation Amxiety, Letting Go and Empty Nest syndrome. Negative feelings of Jealousy and Possessiveness appear too.

John Updike,author of short stories and novels such as Witches of Eastwick, died this month aged 76.Among his early stories about a couple (the ´Maples´)is ´Separating.´But is the story really about the end of a marriage or more about the start of a mental health condition signalled by depression?

Whether a gift for Mom or Gran, some sweet, inspirational short stories in this little book might make you cry too - if you take a cheeky peek into Chicken Soup For The Soul - before you pass it on. Each short, sad story or mother/daughter inspirational quote is different - but very moving!

Unusual Gifts For Men - Stories by Ernest Hemingway -Summer's coming,soon there'll be teen vacations and summer camp. boating and fishing.This teen sweetheart story describes two teens who go moonlight fishing. Sounds romantic? Maybe not!Clues are in the title-and memories of teen angst!

Brilliant writer, tormented soul

The dark world of one of America's most talented writers