Do I have a story on it? Definitely not. But if I need to start talking ... a memory about pumpernickel if it doesn’t occur to me right away. So I have to free associate. The most simple ...

There are many great ways to start a short story. But not every type of opening is right for every story. Here are seven types of short story opening, and how to decide which one is right for you.

He even teaches these tips in classes and they seem help people a lot. Here are some highlights: Never start a story with weather: Nobody cares about the weather, the time of day, the way it ...