novelette

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You know the species because androids have been a mainstay of science fiction since before Isaac Asimov coined the “three laws of robotics” for a novelette published in 1942.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 6, 2025

The novelette, a designation for a work that falls between 7,500 and 17,500 words, tells the story of Persephone Aim.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 5, 2020

I knew some things about her as a young woman because of the structure of the novelette, and my narrative brain wouldn’t let go.

From The Verge • Sep. 18, 2018

“It appears as though the novelette was unfinished business for her.”

From Washington Times • Jun. 17, 2014

This charming novelette is reprinted by arrangement from the London Graphic, appearing here in advance of its completion in London.

From The Romance of the Canoness A Life-History by Heyse, Paul