How the New Yorker story — short, plainly written, plotless, with slightly enigmatic endings — became a genre
Arts & Letters Daily • 1/31/2026
Summary
The New Yorker story is characterized as short, plainly written, plotless, and featuring slightly enigmatic endings. This style has evolved into a distinct genre.
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