Very short romance stories often rely on strong emotions. They quickly convey the feeling of attraction or love without a lot of background details. For example, a simple smile between two strangers can be the start of a short romance story. Also, they leave a lot to the reader's imagination. The story might end just as the romance begins, allowing the reader to think about how the relationship could develop.
One characteristic is the fast - paced plot. Since they are short, the story moves quickly from the introduction of the characters to the development of their relationship. For example, in a very short romance novel, the couple might meet and fall in love within just a few pages. Another characteristic is the focus on key emotions. There's not much room for side stories, so it mainly hones in on the feelings of love, attraction, and sometimes heartbreak. Also, they often have a simple setting to keep the story concise.
Focus on one key idea. For instance, if you want to write about hope, build a short story around a single image like a flower growing through a crack in the pavement.
The best markets for very very short stories include ezines such as 'Daily Science Fiction'. They are always on the lookout for short and engaging stories. Social media platforms can also be considered. For example, Twitter has a growing community of 'Twitterature' where people write and share very short stories. You can also look into self - publishing on platforms like Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing. You have full control over your very short story's publication and can potentially reach a global audience.
One night, I heard a strange scratching at my window. I peeked out, but saw nothing. Then I heard it again, closer. Suddenly, a pale face stared back at me.