A short story like 'A Small, Good Thing' by Raymond Carver can also be considered romantic in a way. It's about a couple dealing with the loss of their son. The way they support each other through the pain and the small moments of kindness they show each other in the midst of grief reflects a deep bond of love.
One great example is 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry. It's about a young couple, Jim and Della. Della sells her long hair to buy a chain for Jim's precious watch, while Jim sells his watch to buy combs for Della's hair. Their selfless love for each other is truly heart - warming.
Another is 'Love in L.A.' by Dagoberto Gilb. It shows a brief encounter between a man and a woman in L.A. that has a touch of romance. The way their thoughts and actions unfold during that short time creates a sense of longing and connection.
One of the best love stories is 'Romeo and Juliet'. It's about two young lovers from feuding families. Their love was so intense that they were willing to defy their families and society's norms. Another is 'Pride and Prejudice'. Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy overcame their initial pride and prejudice towards each other to find true love. And 'The Notebook' is also a great one. Noah and Allie's love endured through many years and difficulties, showing that true love can last a lifetime.
I think 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte can be considered as one of the best. It's a passionate and intense love story between Heathcliff and Catherine. Their love is so strong that it transcends death, and the moors where the story is set add a wild and desolate beauty to their tragic love.
Well, 'Jane Eyre' is a remarkable piece of best romantic fiction. It features the relationship between Jane, an independent - minded governess, and Mr. Rochester. The story delves into themes of love, morality, and self - discovery. Jane's journey in finding love while maintaining her integrity is inspiring. 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte is also a classic. It has a dark and intense love story between Heathcliff and Catherine, set against the wild and desolate moors.
One example is 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen. It's a classic that has been popular for centuries with its engaging love story between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. Another is 'The Notebook' by Nicholas Sparks. The story of Noah and Allie's enduring love has touched the hearts of many readers. Also, 'Twilight' by Stephenie Meyer, which combines romance with elements of the supernatural, was extremely popular and a best - selling series.
Another great one is 'The Notebook'. Noah and Allie's love endured through the years. They faced separation due to Allie's family and social differences. Noah wrote her letters every day for a year, and even when Allie had Alzheimer's, he still read their story to her every day to make her remember their love. It's a story that shows the power of long - lasting love.
One of the best is 'The Notebook'. It's a story of Noah and Allie. They fall in love young but are separated by class differences. Years later, Noah still loves Allie who has Alzheimer's. His act of reading their story to her every day to make her remember their love is both romantic and deeply sad.
One example could be 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson. It's a short but impactful piece that packs a powerful punch with its unexpected ending. Another is 'Hills Like White Elephants' by Ernest Hemingway, which conveys a complex relationship through sparse dialogue.
A Sherlock Holmes short fanfic where Watson discovers a long - lost diary of Holmes from his early days as a detective apprentice. It can be a really good short fanfic as it adds more depth to the already complex character of Holmes. The author can play with the idea of Holmes' growth and development through this diary discovery.
There was a story of a couple who went on a hiking trip. The man was always getting lost even with the map. His girlfriend found it hilarious but also a bit annoying. As they finally reached the top of the mountain, the man took out a small box and said 'I may get lost easily, but I will never lose my way to your heart.' It was so romantic and made up for all the funny mistakes along the way.
Well, 'Outlander' by Diana Gabaldon is a great romantic best seller. It combines time - travel, adventure and a passionate love story. 'Twilight' by Stephenie Meyer also belongs to this category. It features the intense love between Bella and Edward, along with the vampire - werewolf elements that add more excitement. Then there's 'Gone with the Wind' by Margaret Mitchell. Scarlett and Rhett's tumultuous relationship is very engaging.