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Welcome to this week's edition of the Short Story newsletter. Each edition of the newsletter highlights issues of concern to short story writers.
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The editors work hard to make sure the newsletters are informative and enjoyable. We appreciate your responses.
 zwisis "Each story, regardless of genre has the potential to convey a message. Make sure you are clear on the message conveyed so the reader will understand the point of the story.
Great words, Diane, and something we all need to think about when writing. I wonder how many published writers fall victim to this syndrome. Patricia Cornwall wrote some wonderful books early in her career, but the last three have been dreadful."
I agree, Blue Jeans! It frustrates me to no end when I purchase a book by an author I've enjoyed in the past, only to find their latest work lacking.
Voxxylady  "Diane, wonderful advice about making sure there is a reason for a story. Too often when I'm reviewing, I'm not sure if there is one. Someone should at least grow or change in some way."
I agree. I often read a story several times trying to figure out why the tale is being shared. I often ask that in my reviews. I'm sure it's usually apparent to the writer, and it's possible they don't realize it isn't clear to the reader!
NightWhisper "Diane..I'm fairly new to this site, and am so intrigued with it. I enjoy getting the newsletters, feedback, and format of this site. I want to do well with my writing, and this really helps. Any help I can get is very appreciated. I learn something new, every time I come here. I didn't know about the King book, and now, can't wait to look into it, as well. Thanks for the help and the info."
Welcome to Writing.Com! I'm glad you find the newsletters useful. We're all here to help each other along in our writing journey. Feel free to give us feedback on what you'd find helpful in the newsletters.
animatqua "I very much agree with what you are saying in this excellent Newsletter. I am a verbal story teller as well as an author. In this, much more knowing is passed on than would be guessed.
I have seldom told a story that has not changed something in someone's life, if even in a small, small way. I believe stories, even `modern' stories, are a healing experience. This to say, I believe the general purpose of story is the same as it always was: to inform, to remember, to heal, and lastly to entertain."
I'm happy to hear you tell stories verbally as well as in writing. I have fond memories of sitting in the library while a local storyteller entertained a circle of children with her tales of adventure. I'm sure those sessions sparked much of my interest in storytelling.
Strange Wulf "This reminds me of one reason I wanted to be a writer. C.S. Lewis has been quoted as saying there's a "backdoor to the heart" that stories can reach. A preacher's sermon might be rejected outright, but a good fantasy is a way to slip some of God's truths into a person's heart. It's sneaky, I'll admit, but I think that it's a good way to open a bitter heart, either for salvation or just so their lives are a little less bland.
When I write, I'll be writing from my worldview, as all authors do. And I can't help but think that we're all striving to put these "little truths" into our works. This is not because we want to convert them. More often it's because we believe in them. And sometimes, they are things we all believe in.
Honesty. Fairness. Compassion. Honor. Persistence. Loyalty. These are all traits we find noble and worthy of praise. I can think of no better place to teach people this than in my stories. After all, this is what life is all about, isn't it?"
glitterword "I would love to participate in this newsletter. I would like to write a short story. Please would you be kind enough to give me this opportunity. Oh! and please e-mail me the closing date of entry."
Hello and welcome to Writing.Com! Stories are chosen from both items submitted via the link at the bottom of the newsletter, and stories discovered by the editors during their readings of items posted on the site. Post a short story in your portfolio, then submit it to the newsletter for consideration.
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Short Stories: March 15, 2006 Issue [#932]
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Start the tale at a point of action. This works well for horror and action/adventure stories.
