The Writing Life
Writing Short Stories with Yan Ge
Oct 10, 2023
Fiction writer Yan Ge discusses the process of writing short stories in her English language debut collection. They explore the challenges and advantages of the genre, with insights on editing and the importance of musicality in crafting stories. Yan reflects on her journey, the impact of translation, and offers advice for emerging writers on perseverance and hydration.
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Quick takeaways
- Short stories demand focus and precision in language, while novels offer a soothing, gradual immersion into a fictional world.
- Order of stories in a collection creates a journey for readers, with each story distinct and avoiding repetition in style.
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Craft of Writing Short Stories
Writing short stories presents unique challenges and opportunities for writers. Yenga discusses the craft of writing short stories and shares personal insights on editing short form pieces of writing. She explores the duality of 'Elsewhere' as a theme in her story collection, with some stories taking place in locations like London, Dublin, and Stockholm, while others are set in historical periods. She highlights the importance of finding the voice and musicality of a story and the balance between detachment and caring for the material.
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