How to Write the Perfect Short Story

Patrick Quinlan

Jun 2019 · How to Write Book 1 · Patrick Quinlan

About this ebook

What do I mean by "the perfect short story?"

To me, the perfect short story is a story that you write, that editors want to publish, and that readers will enjoy. If you’re lucky, it might even make you some money. 

Over time, if you write a bunch of perfect short stories, readers might start to remember your name. These are beautiful things.

Sound good to you? Download this FREE ebook and discover a reliable way to write the perfect short story, and do it consistently.

Ratings and reviews

A very helpful book on writing stories, with clear-cut tips and good advice. I enjoyed the stories, too.

SO USEFUL FOR WRITING FICTION OR NON-FICTION!!

excellent read.

About the author

Patrick Quinlan is the author of more than 30 books and ebooks, written under his own name and (at last count) three pen names.

He has been an Amazon, iTunes, Los Angeles Times, London Times and USA Today bestselling author. Books he has written have sold hundreds of thousands of copies and been translated into at least ten languages.

His novel SMOKED was optioned for film three times. A spy novel he wrote under a pen name, which was given away free as part of a promotion, was the most downloaded ebook in the English language on Christmas Day, 2015.

Patrick is the co-author, with legendary movie star Rutger Hauer (Blade Runner, Ladyhawke, The Hitcher) of Rutger’s autobiography, ALL THOSE MOMENTS.

Patrick will teach you everything he knows.

Praise for Patrick Quinlan's writing:

"Tarantino-esque novel about the past catching up with an ex-criminal turned children’s toymaker, and by extension with his young girlfriend Lola. Lots of villains and violent deaths plus likeable characters and some quirky humour. The first chapter – in which Lola busts her way out of a thoroughly nasty rape scenario with karate-kicking panache – would hook anyone." -- The Bookseller (UK)

"Graphic action and exhilarating chases ensue as Quinlan's characters play cat-and-mouse through Portland,...makes one hope that Smoke hasn't quit the life entirely. Lola is a fierce delight." -- Publishers Weekly

"A fast and furious thriller notable for a vintage collection of really rotten bad guys. Characters to care about, even the no-goods. Readers may be bearing early witness to the arrival of a major talent." -- Kirkus Reviews

"SMOKED should absorb any fan of Bruckheimer blockbusters and everything else that goes boom." -- Entertainment Weekly

"A fast-paced thriller...the story moves at warp speed, capped by a cinematic chase...before ending in spectacular fashion." -- Los Angeles Times