I’m talking believable characters who feel knowable. They may remember your plot, but ideally you want them to think long about your theme. Don’t rob them of their part of the writing/reading experience. Subtly weave it into the story and trust them to get it. Give your readers some credit, they’re smart. Just tell your story and let it explore your theme and make its own point. Resist the urge to explicitly state your theme. What will it teach the reader about life?.So, before you even begin writing, determine why you want to tell this story. Plot (#5) is what happens in a story, a theme is why it happens-which you need to know while you’re writing the plot. What are the Elements of a Story?Įffective, compelling stories contain: 1 - A Theme Need help writing your novel? Click here to download my 12-step guide to writing a novel.
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