short story books for adults

For young adults, 'Wonder' is a great choice. It tells the story of a boy with a facial difference and how he overcomes challenges. The short - story - like chapters are full of inspiration about acceptance and kindness.

Another one is 'Her Body and Other Parties' by Carmen Maria Machado. It contains short stories that are often experimental in form and deal with themes such as gender, sexuality, and power. It's a very contemporary and engaging collection.

Love is a very common theme. For example, in many short stories, there's the love between partners, like in the story I mentioned before where a couple sacrifices for each other. Another common theme is self - discovery. A character might start out lost or confused and through the events of the story, they learn something about themselves. For instance, a person who moves to a new city and initially struggles but then finds their true passion.

To write a good short story for adults, you need a strong opening to draw them in. Create characters that feel real and have flaws. Plan a plot that has a clear beginning, middle, and end, with enough twists to keep the suspense. And don't forget to polish the language to make it smooth and enjoyable.

Definitely 'The Fault in Our Stars' by John Green. It's about two teenagers, Hazel and Augustus, who fall in love while dealing with serious illness. It's a very moving and beautiful love story. Another good one is 'Eleanor & Park' by Rainbow Rowell. It shows the budding love between two misfit teens, Eleanor and Park, in the 1980s.

Yes, they can be. Many comic books deal with complex themes and mature content that adults can appreciate and relate to.

'Darius the Great Is Not Okay' by Adib Khorram is another one. It has a collection of experiences of the protagonist Darius, which are told in a way that young adults can relate to, especially those dealing with issues of identity and family while also being set in an interesting cultural backdrop.

There is a story where a man finds a magic lamp. When he rubs it, a genie comes out. The genie offers him three wishes. At first, the man is greedy and wishes for a lot of gold. But then he realizes that the gold brings him trouble as people become envious. So his next two wishes are to get rid of the gold and to have a simple, happy life. It's a short story that teaches about the folly of greed.

One could be about a hardworking professional who realizes the importance of family over career success. It shows that true happiness lies in meaningful relationships, not just achievements at work.

For a short Christmas story to appeal to adults, it needs relatable characters and a meaningful message. Maybe it explores themes of family, love, or self-reflection during the Christmas period. Also, a well-crafted plot with a twist can make it engaging.