Can you give some examples of best minimalist stories?

There are some pulp science - fiction stories that fit this. For example, stories that just focus on the adventure of exploring a new planet. They might not go into great detail about the science behind it all, but rather just describe the basic challenges the characters face like strange creatures or hostile environments. And then there are some pulp horror stories that are minimalist. They quickly set up a spooky situation, like a haunted house, and then just focus on the characters' attempts to escape or deal with the horror, without getting too deep into the history or lore of the haunted place.

Ernest Hemingway's short stories often fall into the minimalist fiction category. For instance, 'Hills Like White Elephants'. It has a spare narrative, with most of the story's meaning hidden beneath the surface dialogue between the two characters. Minimalist fiction like this often leaves a lot for the reader to interpret.

One great minimalist furniture story is about a small apartment. The owner had a very limited space but wanted a stylish look. They bought a minimalist coffee table that was both a table and storage. It had a simple design with clean lines, and it completely transformed the living area. It was made of light wood and had a drawer that could hold magazines and remotes. This simple piece of furniture made the small space look more open and inviting.

Donald Barthelme's 'The School' is another. It tells about strange events that occur in a school in a rather deadpan, minimalist way. It uses simple language to convey a sense of absurdity and the fragility of life.

Sure. 'In a far - off land, hidden behind a veil of mist, there was a kingdom filled with magic and mystery.' This kind of introduction creates a sense of wonder and makes you eager to learn more about the kingdom. Another example could be 'She woke up one morning to find that her world had completely changed. The familiar streets were now filled with strange creatures.' It starts with a situation that is both unexpected and intriguing.

Sure. The 'rags to riches' plot is a classic. A poor character, through hard work or a stroke of luck, becomes wealthy. Think of 'Cinderella' who goes from being a mistreated servant to a princess.

Sure. One example could be 'She opened the old, creaky door and what she saw inside made her blood run cold.' It creates suspense right away.

Perhaps there's a story about a group of students who organized a large - scale charity event in 2019 to help underprivileged children. They might have raised funds for education and basic necessities for those kids. It was not only a great achievement for them but also a heartwarming story of kindness and social responsibility.

Sorry, I don't have enough information to give specific examples from the 'best 2019 stories' as it's not clear what kind of stories these are.

The story of 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde' has a great twist. The fact that Dr. Jekyll and the evil Mr. Hyde are the same person is a classic and very impactful twist. It shows the duality of human nature in a very dramatic way. Throughout the story, you see these two characters as separate entities until the truth is revealed.