microessays
A microessay is a compact non-fiction prose form that presents a concise insight, observation, or argument in a brief, self-contained piece. While definitions vary, microessays commonly run from about 100 to 1,000 words and place emphasis on precision, clarity, and a single focal idea. They fuse elements of essay, memoir, and literary prose, using concrete detail, crisp pacing, and voice to translate complex thoughts into an accessible moment of reflection.
Typical features include a clear thesis or central claim, a tightly argued or contemplative arc, and language
Microessays appear in literary journals, magazines, and online platforms, as well as in classroom settings as
As a flexible form, microessay sits near reportage and lyric prose while maintaining a distinct emphasis on