The Ambulance Driver
Short Story by Ben Loory (The Jakarta Post, August 27, 2018) A woman works as an ambulance driver. She saves…
Category: Short Story
A short story is a brief work of fiction that typically focuses on a singular theme, character, or event. It is often concise, with a compact narrative that delivers a powerful impact or emotional resonance in a short amount of time.
Unlike novels, short stories limit the number of characters and settings to maintain a focused plot, making every word meaningful. The structure usually includes an introduction, a climax, and a resolution.
A short story captivates readers by exploring significant moments or turning points in the characters’ lives, often leaving a lasting impression through a twist, moral lesson, or deep insight into the human experience.
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Painting Mania
Short Story by Theodora Sarah Abigail (The Jakarta Post, August 13, 2018) He stood in the room of the art…
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A Family Portrait
Short Story by Rachel Diercie (The Jakarta Post, July 30, 2018) On the second day of Eid celebrations—a day that’s…
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Better Evenings to Come
Short Story by Andrieta Rafaela Arifin (The Jakarta Post, May 28, 2018) Daylight was drowsily on its way to breaking…
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This Town
Short Story by Devina Heriyanto (The Jakarta Post, May 14, 2018) It’s funny how things never change in this old…
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The Writer
Short Story by Ben Loory (The Jakarta Post, April 30, 2018) Once there was a man who wanted to write,…
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The Dodo
Short Story by Ben Loory (The Jakarta Post, April 23, 2018) Once there was a dodo, and he died with…
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The Squid who Fell in Love with the Sun
Short Story by Ben Loory (The Jakarta Post, April 09, 2018) Once there was a squid who fell in love…
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The Shooter
Short Story by Budi Afandi (The Jakarta Post, April 02, 2018) Ridwan left his house with the air gun…
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Life is a Coffee Bean
Short Story by Eric Musa Piliang (The Jakarta Post, March 26, 2018) She has been coming here every single day…
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