A story is discovered through its characters. It is their actions that push the story foward. However, for readers to be engaged with those characters, there must be something fascinating about them beyond their actions. This is why careful thought must go into their creation, ensuring they have a proper identity. Creating a character means shaping their identity, which consists of traits that remain consistent throughout the story. Some of…
Stories are composed of distinct parts, each serving a unique role in shaping the narrative and driving its progression. One such part is the beginning, where the reader is first introduced to the story. The beginning is crucial, as it establishes key elements that set the stage for the events to follow. When the story begins, it presents a character, commonly known as the protagonist. The protagonist is the focus…
It is not said often on this blog, but a story is the gathering of many ideas, told from a perspective called narration. However, without the telling aspect, the story can still be understood from beginning to end. By removing the narration, those ideas are referred by another name: the content. In this form, those ideas are unraveled in a logical order. And for this to happen, context must be…
There is a saying that the quality of a story depends on how original it is. It is a fair statement to attest to; enjoyment can come from a background of creativity and surprise. But that doesn’t mean that the conventional and the popular are to be avoided. In fact, traditional ideas have just as much chance of making a compelling story. However, to choose between tradition and novelty, one must…
Originality is the principle of being unique, to be distinct from others. It is considered one of the best forms of creativity. Like a magnet, there is a force that attracts the attention, whether it is positive or negative. Yet when ask, no one seems to know why people are drawn towards this notion. At first, the reason appears to simply stem from personal taste. However, there is also a…