Running a one-shot is a nice introduction to running D&D, as they are in many ways less pressure than running a campaign session. Not only is there much less in the way of lore and different story arcs that you have to remember and weave in, but by and large they are also more predictable than a typical campaign session. As such, a one-shot is a perfect intro to DMing and gives you a chance to see if it is for you, without you having to commit to a multiple session campaign. *N.B. The Amazon...
