What is Novel?

A novel is a continuous piece of writing. It is considered to be narrative. It is also a fictitious work of prose and represents real life, characters and actions. Similarly, a short story is also a continuous piece of writing. It is usually in the prose form, and is a fictitious work. However, the focus of the short story is on a particular character, and the events in the story are centred on this character.  

The Aspects of a Short Story

a. Plot
b. Character
c. Setting
d. Theme
e. Moral values

a. What is Plot?
The plot is the sequence of events namely; the beginning, middle and end. You must also consider who the characters are, where they are, what they do, why, when the action takes place, and the significant aspects of the event.

b. What is Character?
Characters are people in the story. They may be major characters and minor characters. A major character undergoes changes in personality or he or she will act in a variety of situations. On the other hand, a minor character is not well developed and remains the same throughout the story.

c. What is Setting?
The setting is the place and the time; “where” and “when” a story takes place in the novel.

d. What is Theme?
Theme is the general idea or what the story is about. It is also seen as the central idea running throughout the story.

e. What are Moral values?
Moral values are principles that convey important messages. We uphold certain principles to judge whether something is good or bad.