5 Reasons I Love Novellas

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Do you like novellas? I really enjoy them and I'm spending this month sharing about some of my favorites on my social media accounts. But why do I like them so much?


1. They are the perfect length for busy weeks.

While I adore longer novels, sometimes being able to read a complete story that still has plenty of substance to them that short stories often lack.

2. They come in such fun sizes.

Many of the novellas I've read/own are much smaller than a regular novel, which is just fun, or the perfect feel for a sick day.

3. They make for tight storytelling

As both a writer and a reader, I have found shorter lengths can help force tight storytelling. I've found this to be both fun and a challenge. How do you convey all the emotion and story but with fewer words?

4. Novella series can feel like TV episodes, only better

Series like The Accidental Cases of Emily Abbot are quick reads that feel like fun TV episodes but still have the depth of the reading experience. AKA, my brain doesn't turn off like it does for movies.

5. They can help you meet your reading goals

If I'm falling behind in my reading goal, I like to read a couple of novellas to get me back on track. And in December, there are a lot of Christmas novellas to help me with the last push to make my reading goal for the year.


Why do you like novellas?

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