12-26-2003, 05:35 PM | #1 |
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What makes a memorable story for you?
I think we've had a thread on what makes successful stories (bad as I am I didn't check *hides from mods*), but I was wondering what makes a story trully memorable for you, like the small things that make it beautiful?
I like it when the writer gets the unusual combination of a good ending, that closes off all the main issues within the story, but still leaves you with at least one thing to think about. I hate it when it ends and you are not satisfied, but I do like it if there is perhaps a subtle, unasked question for you to think on. As a writer myself, and a language student I love beautiful descriptions, and think good description is an art form many have but don't quite get to it because they over or under work it. I always remember the quote "don't tell them the story, show them." If you show someone something then they see what is there in its simplicity. And with that, a simple but strong story line is always best. Anyone have any opinions? Or examples of things they loved?
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