Six Elements of Fiction

  1. Character
  2. Setting
  3. Time
  4. Language
  5. Theme
  6. Images / Symbolism
    Types of characters in a work of fiction:
    protagonist
    antagonist
    secondary characters
    Induced Speech
    both speakers are responding to each other
    "Where the heck were you last night?"
    "I was out."
    Autonomous Speech
    there is a disconnect between speakers
    "Where the heck were you last night?"
    "I'm beat. I think I'll head to bed."
    Approaches and Techniques for Creating Effective Stories:
    Create active and engaging beginnings
    Create living characters