Can you recommend some novella black love short stories?

Sure. 'The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas' is a thought - provoking novella - length short story that has some dark undertones. It presents a seemingly utopian society with a very cruel secret at its core. Also, 'A Good Man Is Hard to Find' by Flannery O'Connor is a southern gothic story full of dark humor and unexpected violence. Then there's 'Young Goodman Brown' which explores themes of sin and the loss of innocence in a Puritan - like setting.

One common theme is the struggle against racial prejudice. In many black love stories, the characters have to face society's views on their race while trying to love. For example, they might encounter difficulties in getting accepted as a couple due to their skin color.

One black short love story could be about two young African - American artists who meet at a local gallery. They are both drawn to each other's work first and then gradually discover the beauty in each other. Their love blossoms as they collaborate on art projects together, facing the challenges of the art world side by side.

A great black love short story is 'Sonny's Blues' by James Baldwin. It shows the relationship between two brothers, which is a kind of love filled with understanding, pain, and hope. It also reflects on the black experience in America. There is also 'We Are Taking Only What We Need' by Stephanie Powell Watts that delves into family love and relationships within a black family setting.

One characteristic is often a sense of foreboding. In many such stories, from the very beginning, there's an atmosphere that makes the reader feel something bad is going to happen. For example, in 'The Tell - Tale Heart', the narrator's erratic behavior immediately sets a spooky tone. Another characteristic is the exploration of the darker side of human nature. These stories might show greed, envy, or cruelty as in 'The Lottery' where the villagers' blind adherence to a cruel tradition reveals their inhumane side. Also, they usually have a compact narrative. Since they are novellas or short stories, they get to the point quickly without a lot of extraneous details.

Sure. Here is one. In a small town, a black girl named Lily loved a boy named Tom. They met at a local art fair. Lily was shy but Tom was drawn to her beautiful dark skin and kind eyes. They started to exchange paintings they made for each other. However, Tom's family didn't approve because of Lily's skin color. But their love was so strong that they fought against the prejudice together and finally got married, proving that love can conquer all.

Another black love story could be from the movie 'Love & Basketball'. Monica and Quincy's relationship is a complex and passionate one. They grew up together, sharing a love for basketball. Their love story is intertwined with their dreams of playing basketball professionally. It shows how love can develop and endure over time, even with the challenges of career aspirations and personal growth.

Another great black love story could be that of Harriet Tubman and her husband, John Tubman. Harriet was a heroic figure in the fight against slavery, and her relationship with her husband was part of her life journey. They faced many challenges together, and her love for her family and people was intertwined with the love she had for her husband.

One of the best novellas is 'The Metamorphosis' by Franz Kafka. It's a profound exploration of alienation as Gregor Samsa wakes up transformed into an insect. Another great short story is 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry. It shows the selfless love of a couple who sacrifice their most precious possessions for each other. 'A Good Man Is Hard to Find' by Flannery O'Connor is also excellent, with its complex characters and exploration of morality.

One great black gay short story is 'How to Wrestle a Girl' by Amber Dawn. It explores themes of identity, love, and self - discovery within the context of the black gay experience.