Entries are now being accepted for the 2026 BBC National Short Story Awards with Cambridge University. The Award, now in its ...

When Nobel Prize-winning Canadian short story writer Alice Munro died in May, the media was full of praise for her work and many heartfelt tributes followed in the spring and summer. And for ...

Science fiction author Ted Chiang wrote the short story that became the movie "Arrival." He talks with host Scott Detrow. If, like me, you are a fan of the science fiction author Ted Chiang, you know ...

CARY, N.C. (WTVD) -- A Cary girl has earned national recognition for her writing talent. Varsha Vivek, a student at TMSA Triangle Charter School, has had her work selected for publication in the Young ...

We are a nation of storytellers - and if you ever needed proof, you need look no further than our short story writers.

In her new collection, San Francisco short story writer Lori Ostlund delivers nine tales about finding your place, exploring your desire and battling your fears. Long known for her captivating syntax ...

How do you know you’re reading a Lynne Tillman story? It’s not always easy. Anyone who knows her work is likely to tell you that Tillman is an avant-garde writer, proudly associated with New Narrative ...

Sometimes you’re in the mood for a slice of science fiction but you haven’t got the time to embark on a Red Mars or a Dune. All hail, then, the sci-fi short story, bringing you a slice of the weird, ...

Award-winning writer and UAL Short Courses creative writing tutor Joanna Pocock tells us about her new book and shares her advice for beginners.

The prestigious awards, supported by Cambridge University, are celebrating their 21st anniversary with judges including Saba Sams, David Almond & Lily Fontaine ...