Short Story
![An author explores how to write a short story on several topics and disciplines.](https://www.papertrue.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/How_to_Write_a_Short_Story.png)
How to Write a Short Story: 6 Steps & Examples
Jul 19, 2023
5 min read
Want to pen down a publication-worthy short story? This guide will assist you in how to write a short story in six simple steps. To assist you further, we’ve also included plenty of examples!
![Two pencils fight on an open book, denoting how to create conflict in a story using different types of conflict.](https://www.papertrue.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Conflict.jpg)
How to Create Powerful Conflict in Your Story | Useful Examples
Feb 17, 2023
5 min read
In this article, you will learn about how and why conflict is crucial in all stories. We also discuss the steps to be followed to create genuine conflict.
![A writer stands on a pile of books holding a trophy, representing writing contests 2022.](https://www.papertrue.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Writing-Contests-2022-1.png)
A List of Writing Contests in 2022 | Exciting Prizes!
Nov 09, 2022
7 min read
Writing competitions are vital for any new writer who wants to be successful. But it’s important to know which poetry competitions, short story contests, and nonfiction contests are worth the effort.
![A writer stares ahead at a path that branches out into three paths, each bearing the name plot. The writer is wondering how to write a powerful plot.](https://www.papertrue.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/roads.jpg)
How to Write a Powerful Plot in 12 Steps
Jan 02, 2022
8 min read
Writing a book does not sustain only on a story. You have to write a plot to structure your story to make it more effective. Find all that you need to know about the plot and how to write one, here.