Do you read short stories or do you prefer long novels?  |
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 I rarely buy or read books of short stories, unless they are written by an author I particularly admire. I recently subscribed to website which sends stories and poems to me by email and I read a short story that was very sad and I found it very moving and memorable. I have written some short stories myself and it is not an easy task, I know. For enjoyment I would always prefer to read a full length novel, but occasionally I do find myself appreciating a well-written short story or novella.
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1.  jsharriz (364) | 8 months ago |  i prefer reading short stories..they are crisp n enjoyable..i do read long novels smetimes but prefer to read short stories more..
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2.  cortjo73 (2186) | 8 months ago |  Same here. I like novels but have read a few books with short stories by authors that I like or something that looks like it could be fun to read.
But, I usually read novels. There is something about building a character in your mind through what is written. You get to know the characters and you feel invested in seeing them through to a resolution. I don't feel a personal adoration for the characters in short stories.
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| paid2write (3522) | 8 months ago | I also feel I can only really get to know the characters in a novel | |
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| 3. imsilver (1146) | 8 months ago |  I read really fast. A shorter book (like a typical harlequin sized) I can go through in about half an hour. It's not even really worth picking up. When I'm reading I want a book that I can curl up with and escape into for a few hours a time if I can. And I like series. I like following a story through several books.
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| paid2write (3522) | 8 months ago | I have been reading series books too, it's interesting to see how characters develop and how they react in different situations | |
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| 4. greentfv (14) | 8 months ago |  Novels- all the way! I love the commitment of reading a novel (sounds strange I know) and I like how the characters develop and grow on you over the course of the novel. Also love complex storylines that are difficult to weave into a short story.
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| paid2write (3522) | 8 months ago | I agree the novel can have much more complex plotting than a short story | |
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| 5. Pequenitah (62) | 8 months ago | i love reading long novels because its so hard to put down! the last novel that i read was harry potter and the deathly hallows, i couldnt put it down for a second because every chapter was so suspence that i had to continue reading it . some parts made me cry so much, and some scenes i cannot forget! its a gripping book that makes you read more and more . the ending had me think a little, but its a really good book! i loved it . | |
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| 7. Shawchert (583) | 8 months ago |  I don't like short stories that much myself. I prefer long series myself lol. I like books that dive into something imaginary.
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| 8. lynchariz (20) | 8 months ago | I do read short stories but i prefer long novels. I feel every situations, every minute of intense setting and conversation. I just love it especially the feeling when it's ending. | |
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| 9. shalom123 (47) | 8 months ago | I normally prefer short stories. Reading long novel make me tense. | |
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| 10. arkaf61 (4620) | 8 months ago |  I don't prefer one of the other but I do read many short stories. THey can be refreshing, and as interesting as a longer one.
Actually I admire an author that can create a good short story since there is not much "space" to explain every thing:)
SOme authors are very good at it, and I tend to look for them.
BY the same token a long story doesn't have to be better or even good just because it's longer LOL
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| paid2write (3522) | 8 months ago | True. A novel is not better just because it is longer. | |
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 mEisky (542) | 4 months ago |  Same here.I like reading any of that especially if i like the flow of the stories.Its either long or short.But atleast it makes sense reading it.It would be much better if we could relate with it in reality.
Actually its my addiction for real.I love writing poems,stories, etc.Ive joined some sites regarding this like Poems-and-quotes.com.Though it takes a hard time to work with it but still all the stress or anything would change by happiness.Happiness 'cos everytime i finished on some of my works they keep writing some comments & Im so glad to hear it from them that they really appreciate my work..yeah.it really makes me feel so happy.^_^
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| arkaf61 (4620) | 4 months ago | paid2write you are so right! I keep trying to remind people that quantity does not have to equate quality:)
mEisky I love to write as well, and it's true that it's very rewarding:)
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