Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
novela
Noun
/nɒˈvɛlə/
Definition
A novella is a fictional prose narrative that is longer than a short story but shorter than a full-length novel.
Examples
- Gabriel Garcia Marquez’s ‘Chronicle of a Death Foretold’ is a famous example of a novella.
- This novella beautifully captures the essence of human emotions.
- Many novels began as novellas before being expanded into full-length works.
Meaning
In literature, a novella typically explores a single theme or idea and often focuses on character development and a concise plot.
Synonyms
- short novel
- story
- narrative