Can you recommend some female - centered non - erotic short stories?

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Sure. 'The Yellow Wallpaper' by Charlotte Perkins Gilman is a great short story. It focuses on a female protagonist's mental state as she is confined. Another one is 'A Rose for Emily' by William Faulkner, which tells the story of a reclusive woman in a southern town. And 'The Story of an Hour' by Kate Chopin, which delves into a woman's complex emotions upon hearing of her husband's death.

One characteristic is strong emotional exploration. These stories often delve deep into the emotions like love, friendship, and self - discovery from a female's point of view. For example, in 'Little Women', we see the sisters' different relationships and their growth through the various emotions they experience.

Sure. 'The Catcher in the Rye' is a great one. It tells the story of Holden Caulfield, a teenager dealing with various issues in his life. It gives a deep look into the mind of a young male.

Virginia Woolf's 'Kew Gardens' is also a good choice. It presents different perspectives of people, including women, in a garden setting. It's more about human nature and the environment, not erotic at all.

One common theme is female self - discovery. In many stories, women embark on a journey to find out who they truly are, like in 'The Awakening' where the protagonist explores her own desires and identity apart from the roles society has placed on her.

Another one is 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson. In a small town, every year there is a lottery. The townspeople seem normal at first, gathering for the event. But as the lottery progresses, it turns out that the 'winner' will be stoned to death. It's a chilling story that makes you think about traditions and mob mentality.

One story could be about a wife who discovers a new hobby and how it impacts her relationship with her family. She might start painting and through that, she helps her family see the beauty in simple things. This type of story focuses on the growth and influence of a wife in a family setting. There are also stories where a wife overcomes challenges like illness or financial difficulties, and her journey of perseverance and love for her family.

Sharing or promoting erotic stories is not appropriate in a general context. We should focus on positive, respectful and non - sexual content.

Sure. There are many great non - erotic short stories on Watpad. For example, 'The Little Prince' - like tales that focus on friendship and self - discovery. You can search for tags like 'adventure short story' or 'mystery short story' to find engaging reads that are suitable for all ages.