Short Stories or Novel Length Books?

I'm going to cut to the chase: I have a serious question for all of you. When buying and reading stories, do you prefer short stories or novel length books?

I know, when I have to purchase a story, and I'm either paying $2.99/plus for an e-book, or $7.99/plus for a paperback/hardback book, I better be getting a full-length book; that means 200 plus pages, with a story that is worth my time to read.

I don't think it is fair to pay more than $0.99 for any story under 100 pages, and $1.99 for any story under 200 pages. Short stories are great for some things. For me, I prefer them if I'm looking for an easy read for a plane ride or car ride that is an hour or more long.

I'm also more likely to get a short story and try out a newer author if the story is free. Most of my money for books, however, is spent on novel length books. What I am finding is that when I find a story that I think sounds amazing, they turn out to be short stories, and cost as much as a novel length book, and the stories feel rushed and incomplete.

Anyway, I'd like to know what your opinion is on both types of stories. Where would you rather spend your money? What would you rather read? Do you feel short stories are incomplete or rushed?

Another thought, are you willing to pay a bit more for a boxed set of short stories?

Just random thoughts on reading, and money.

I have a short romantic story that I published as part of a boxed set. I'm going to republish it soon as a stand alone, but I'm going to publish it as free. I'll keep you updated.

In the meantime, if you're interested in reading my debut novel, check it out here on amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Gifted-Sirens-Keeper-Book-1/dp/1941253458/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1480964950&sr=8-2&keywords=meri++a.+martin

Have a great one!

Hello World!

Hello everyone,

Just wanted to throw out a quick hello to all of you and introduce myself. My name is Meri. I like long walks off short piers, etc etc. I like to write stories. There are so many characters inside of me screaming to get out. I like to write mainly in the fantasy genre, but I also dabble in the romance side of things.

I have one published "novel", one published short as part of a boxed set (both with an independent publisher) and have numerous other stories started or ready to be let out.

I plan on posting my short stories for your entertainment, while also posting about book reviews on everything I read.

If you have a suggestion on a book, or want a review, just leave a comment and I'll help you out.

If you want to be written into a story, give me some details!

Til I'm ready to post again, have a great day!