Things to consider when writing a scary story

Narrative writing assignmentThings to consider when writing a scary storySettingThe setting of the story is the TIME and PLACE in which the action occurs.

POINT OF VIEWFrom whose point of view will you be telling the story?

First Person? Story is told from the main characters point of view. I is used.Readers see the events from the perspective of an important character. Example: The Tell Tale Heart

Third Person? All knowing. The narrator can see into the minds of all the characters. Example: Harriet Tubman and The Underground Railroad

CharactersWho are your characters? Who are the major characters in the story? Who are the minor ones?Are your major characters static or non-changing? Or are they dynamic? How do they change through the story?

Darth Vader-Dynamic Character-He evolves from being a very evilcharacter to one who changes forThe better.

Yoda-Static Character-He doesnt change in characterThroughout the Star Wars Trilogy.

ConflictWhat kind of conflict or challenges will yourmain character face?

Internal conflict? Man v. HimselfMoral dilemma! Should I or shouldnt I?

External Conflict?

Man v. Nature

Man v. Man

Man v. The Supernatural

PlotYour story needs to have suspense. Remember the plot diagram.