What is novelles?

Novelles, also spelled as "novellas," are short novels or extended short stories that typically contain fewer words than a full-length novel. They usually have a focused and more concise narrative structure but can explore complex themes and character development. Novelles often tend to be more streamlined in terms of plotting, with a concentrated focus on one central story arc or particular event, and are usually resolved in a short span of time.

Unlike short stories, which have a defined beginning, middle, and end that can be read in one sitting, novellas offer readers a more extended and more complex story arc while still being less daunting than a full-length novel. They typically have between 20,000 to 50,000 words, making them more digestible for readers who don't have the time or patience to read an entire novel.

Famous examples of novellas include "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck, "Heart of Darkness" by Joseph Conrad, and "The Old Man and the Sea" by Ernest Hemingway.