A common question among creative writers is: What should I title my creative writing piece? This question usually arises after the writer has finished the piece and is considering its title. Sometimes the question can even pop up while the writer is still brainstorming ideas for the story. There are various answers to this question, but most often the creative writer opts for the genre of the story or the problem he or she is tackling in the piece. In other words, the title of the piece provides some information about what the story is about, but mostly it suggests the feelings and responses the writer is aiming to inspire in the reader.
The Genre Of My Story
One of the first questions creative writers ask themselves when they begin a new story is: What genre does my story fall under? Before you begin writing, it’s important to consider the kind of story you are going to tell. This can help you select the right platform (website, magazine, or book) and determine the kind of audience you are aiming to attract. For example, if you are writing a romance novel, you might decide to go the e-book route rather than try to find a publisher for a physical copy.
The Theme Of My Story
Another common question among creative writers is: What is the theme of my story? Put yourself in the shoes of a potential reader for a moment and ask yourself: What is the main problem or conflict the story is trying to solve? The theme of your story provides the answer to this question and indicates what kind of feelings and interpretations your story is trying to induce in the reader.
For example, if your theme is divorce, your story might be about a woman who decides to end her marriage and start a new life with her children. The theme will color every aspect of your story, from the setting to the characters. Typically, the setting of the story will reflect the theme, but not always. Remember that your story is about you, the author, and what you experience as a reader. So if you are writing for yourself, it’s easy to go rogue and put yourself in the story. You might end up somewhere you never thought you’d be—in a position you never thought would feel right—and that’s what makes it fun.
Sometimes the theme of a story is subtle and can be difficult to spot. For example, Isabella’s Story is about a young woman who struggles to find her place in the world. While the theme is highly relevant to the main character and is apparent in almost every scene, it isn’t necessarily easy to put your finger on. You’ll have to read the piece a few times to fully understand the theme and its underlying message.
The Problem Or Difficulty My Characters Are Encountering
One of the most important things for a creative writer to do before beginning is to identify the problem or difficulty his or her characters are facing. In other words, what are the challenges your story’s characters must overcome?
If you have yet to settle on a story, this is the place to do it. You can begin by brainstorming a list of problems or obstacles your MCs must overcome. Once you begin to see the characters as real people with feelings and thoughts, it becomes easier to decide what they need in order to overcome their obstacles. Remember: your story is you, the author, and what you want the reader to experience. So if you are having trouble deciding what the characters need, that’s a sign you’re probably falling into the trap of making them too perfect.
How Far Do I Want My Characters To Go?
How far do I want my characters to go? This is another important question to ask yourself before beginning. Think about what you want the story to be about and how you want the characters to change as a result of this change. For example, if your theme is divorce and your MCs are struggling to get along after the break up of their marriage, how far do you want them to go? Do you want them to end up in a better place, a place they deserve? Or would you prefer to see them stay stuck in their current state?
This is where the rubber really meets the road, so to speak. After you’ve answered this question, it’s easier to decide on an ending and build towards it. Remember: your story is about change, and that should be reflected in the ending of your story. If you’ve set the story in the present, what will happen to your characters in the future? Do they stay the same, or do they improve as a result of what they’ve been through? The answer to this question will help determine how you want your story to play out. For example, if your answer is: they stay the same, you might want to revisit this decision once you’ve completed the story. Or if your answer is: they improve, you might want to see this as a possible future for your main characters.
The Setting
The setting is everything you need to make the story believable. If you are writing a historical piece, for example, you would need to research the time period. In addition, the setting can work as a metaphor for the main characters. If you are writing a crime story, you would need to decide where the crime takes place. This can help determine the character of the victim and the perpetrator. Additionally, if you plan to set the story in the present day, you should decide what time period you will use for this setting. If you choose 1960s London, you will need to research the fashion and language of the time. This will help bring the setting to life and make the story more relatable.
The Protagonist
The protagonist is the hero of the story. She is the person the audience is supposed to relate to most. The protagonist is usually the person who starts the story on a positive note and then has to overcome various problems or challenges to reach the end. Sometimes the protagonist is not the person we think it is at first. For example, Holden Caulfied is not the protagonist of his story The Power of Now. He starts the story as the antagonist and only turns into the protagonist at the end. The question then becomes: Who do I want the reader to root for?
The Antagonist
The antagonist is the person or thing that opposes the protagonist. It is the opposite of the hero. The antagonist is usually the person or thing we are supposed to dislike or hate. But sometimes the antagonist is not the person we initially think of. For example, Thatcherism could be considered an antagonist to progressive politics because she promoted free markets and privatisation, whereas progressives favour more state intervention in the economy.
The Conclusion
The conclusion is the part of the story that brings everything else together. It usually takes the form of a summary, a list of the key events that have occurred, or a call to action. The conclusion can be as short as a single sentence or as long as a few pages. Whatever you decide, the conclusion is the place where you can bring everything else to a satisfactory conclusion. In addition, the conclusion is the place where you can insert a summary of the entire story. This is also the place where you can tell the reader how you want them to feel about the story. Sometimes the conclusion is used to give the reader a false sense of security, lulling them into a false sense of complacency before the story’s dark turn. The fact is, life rarely goes according to plan, and that’s what makes writing such an important and exciting process.
Once you’ve answered these basic questions, it’s easier to begin the creative writing process. You’ll find that as you get deeper into the process, the questions will start to pile up, and before you know it, you’re writing a novel or starting a screenplay.