Submitting a novel with 20,000 words or less usually meant a short story with between 20,000 to 30,000 words. The short story was a relatively short and concise literary genre. It usually had a concise, bright, and vivid style that could convey the author's feelings and thoughts well. If you want to submit a novel to a website or a publishing house, it is recommended to first determine the specific submission requirements and format, and then write according to the requirements. In the process of creation, one must pay attention to the compact plot, clear structure, distinct characters, concise and beautiful language, which can reflect the author's unique style and creativity. In addition, when submitting the manuscript, you also need to submit the text of the work, the author's introduction, abstract, table of contents, references, and other relevant information. You also need to ensure that the copyright of the work is complete and there are no plagiarism, copyright violation, and other issues. Short story submission needs to be taken seriously. After editing, the review may be accepted or rejected. Therefore, you need to maintain patience and confidence to stick to your own creative philosophy and style.