novelette

Definition

A short novel, synonymous with novella.

Etymology

From novel + -ette.

Example Sentences

• "Best novella was Nnedi Okorafor’s African-flavoured space opera Binti (Tor), while best novelette was Folding Beijing by Hao Jingfang, translated by Ken Liu."
• "Nebula Awards® will be made in the following categories […] Novelette: at least 7,500 words but less than 17,500 words[…]"