Long story is a term used to describe a narrative that is longer than usual. It can refer to a variety of different types of stories, including an EPIC, SAGA, SERIAL, NOVEL, ITSA, and TALE. An EPIC is a long narrative poem, usually about the deeds of a legendary hero. A SAGA is a long, involved story, often about a family or group of people. A SERIAL is a story published in parts over a period of time. A NOVEL is a long work of fiction, usually divided into chapters. ITSA stands for 'It's The Same Again', which is a type of story that follows a repeating pattern. Finally, a TALE is a story, usually with a moral lesson.