One alternative for a short novel is 'compact fiction'. This term suggests that the work is condensed yet still has the elements of fiction. 'Mini-novel' is another possibility, indicating a smaller-sized but still substantial narrative.
A short story can also be called a 'novelette' or 'fictionette'.
'Throwaway read' is another way to describe it. This implies that it's not a book that you would typically keep or reread, much like a trashy novel which is often a one - time, not very memorable read that doesn't have a lot of staying power or literary merit.
Account. For example, when someone is giving a description of an event that happened, it can be seen as an account, which is also a form of story. It may be more factual than a fictional story, but still a sequence of events told in a certain way.
Group or team could be used instead of 'squad' in a fantasy novel.
It's usually called a novella. Novellas are shorter than full-length novels but longer than short stories.
Well, another term could be 'heartbreaking story'. A sad story often makes you feel sorrow, and a heartbreaking story has the same effect. It can break your heart when you hear about the misfortunes, losses or difficult situations in the story.
Well, another term could be 'the denouement'. It's that part of the story where all the loose ends are tied up, secrets are revealed, and the final outcome of the plot is shown. For example, in a detective story, the denouement would be when the detective finally reveals who the killer is and how the crime was committed.
One possible term could be 'band - associated fanfiction'.
You might also hear it referred to as an account. An account gives a detailed description of something that happened, similar to how a story unfolds.