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Behind Altruism: Posey’s Willingness to Sacrifice in Mitch Albom’s Novel “For One More Day” Ramadhani, Riska Dewi; Hakim, Novanda Lukwita; Ramadhani, Nasywa Nuzula; Rahmadianti, Happy Julia; Pasopati, Rommel Utungga
Polyglot: Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Language Education Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Polyglot: Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Language Education
Publisher : Lia Center of Research and Education

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.64850/polyglot.v1i2.136

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This paper examines Posey's selfless actions, namely her readiness to make sacrifices, as a major character in Mitch Albom's For One More Day. Emotional empathy and a strong moral commitment are frequently present in altruism, which is characterized as unselfish care for the welfare of others. This study uses a qualitative yet psychological literary analysis to look at how Posey's self-sacrificing actions, whether they be financial, emotional, or physical, show what true altruism is all about. Posey continuously puts the needs of others before her own, from taking on dual parental responsibilities to facing social shame and working nonstop to maintain her family. The results demonstrate that Posey's sacrifices are based on resilience, responsibility, and true love. Her character serves as a reflection of the transforming potential of caring and emphasizes the inner strength needed to continuously give without expecting anything in return.
Spotlighting Plot Twists Within the Brevity of Flash Fiction Hakim, Novanda Lukwita; Rahmadianti, Happy Julia; Ramadhani, Nasywa Nuzula; Kartiningsih, Rindrah; Pasopati, Rommel Utungga; Yuliastuti, Anicleta
Jurnal Ilmiah Multidisiplin Amsir Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): Juni
Publisher : AhInstitute of Research and Community Service (LP2M) Institute of Social Sciences and Business Andi Sapada

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62861/jimat.v4i2.916

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This study examines how plot twists operate effectively within the constraints of flash fiction. Flash fiction, commonly defined as narratives under 1,000 words, has developed into a distinctive literary form characterized by extreme brevity and narrative economy. Despite its compressed structure, flash fiction can produce strong emotional and intellectual effects, often through the use of plot twists. These twists function as a crucial narrative strategy that subverts reader expectations and intensifies the impact of the story’s ending. In a genre where extensive characterization and detailed exposition are limited, plot twists become a central mechanism for creating narrative depth and maintaining reader engagement. The research aims to analyze narrative techniques that allow authors to construct impactful twists despite strict word limits. Using a qualitative textual analysis approach, the study analyzes selected flash fiction works that feature notable plot reversals. The analysis focuses on key narrative elements, including the structural placement of twists, foreshadowing, misdirection, and the strategic use of minimal detail. The findings indicate that successful plot twists in flash fiction depend on narrative compression, the manipulation of reader expectations, and the creation of cognitive surprise that encourages readers to reinterpret earlier elements of the story. In conclusion, it is proven that these strategies demonstrate how brevity can enhance, rather than limit, narrative complexity in micro-narratives.