What is Novella?

A novella is a work of fiction that is longer than a short story but shorter than a novel. Typically, a novella ranges from 17,500 to 40,000 words. Novellas often explore one or a few central characters, themes, or events in depth, and usually have a more focused and limited scope than a full-length novel. They can be seen as a bridge between short stories and novels and often have the complexity of characterization and theme as a novel but with a more concentrated narrative. Novellas are sometimes published as standalone works, but they can also be included as part of a collection of short stories or a novel.