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8 Essential Elements of a Story Explained

The basic elements of a story are: Setting, Character, Plot, Conflict, and Theme. More advanced elements of a story are Point-of-view, Tone and Style.

Spiked

“Jumping was the entire point, of course. V. had amassed the thorns to train the kittens by way of trauma.”

Dyslexia

“If I just tried harder my brain would change the structure and would morph into a normal one.”

Between the Blinds

“She stares down the street, impatiently waiting for the bus. I stare between the blinds, impatiently waiting for change.”

Becoming Real

“once we sifted sand for seashell treasure over rushing water and storm-frothed waves….”