Well, without having read it, it might be that the story focuses on the art of knife - sharpening in the context of the short story. It could tell the story of a knife sharpener who has some special skills or techniques. Maybe there are customers who come to him with various requests, and through these interactions, different stories unfold. For example, a customer might bring in a very old family knife with a lot of sentimental value, and the knife sharpener has to be extra careful. This could lead to a deeper exploration of the relationship between the object (the knife) and the people involved.
I don't know for sure as I haven't read it, but likely the knife sharpener is one of the main characters. There might also be customers who bring their knives to be sharpened.
Definitely fiction. Dexter is a fictional character and the storylines are made up to engage and thrill the audience. The events and scenarios presented are not based on real-life occurrences.
In this story, Dexter might be a character who is on an 'ego trip'. He could be someone who is ambitious, perhaps overly so. He might be constantly seeking validation, power, or recognition. His actions throughout the story could be a reflection of his egotistical nature. For instance, he may strive for success in his career or personal life not for the intrinsic value but to boost his own self - image and satisfy his ego. His character development could also be centered around learning to control or reevaluate his ego as the story progresses.
Probably 'Dexter by Design' is also among the popular ones. It has a great plot that involves Dexter's interactions with other complex characters and some really exciting and unexpected events.
Sure is. Dexter is adapted from the novels. The rich and complex world created in the novels was brought to life on the screen with some creative changes for the TV format.