The First Draft Pro Blog
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7 Types of Stories: Rebirth
In "Rebirth" narratives, the protagonist experiences a massive transformation, often spurred by a realization or event that changes their perspective or lifestyle.
7 Types of Stories: Tragedy
"Tragedy" stories focus on the protagonist's downfall due to their fatal flaw or a series of unfortunate events.
7 Types of Stories: Comedy
"Comedy" plots centre around misunderstandings, mistaken identities, or confusing situations that create humorous scenarios.
7 Types of Stories: Voyage & Return
"Voyage and Return" stories involve the protagonist embarking on a journey to an unfamiliar world.
7 Types of Stories: The Quest
"The Quest" plot type is about a protagonist's journey towards a specific goal. This journey often involves overcoming obstacles, usually leading the protagonist to personal growth and self-discovery.
7 Types of Stories: Rags to Riches
In "Rags to Riches" stories, the protagonist begins in a lowly state and achieves a significant transformation through a series of events, often involving wealth, status, or power.
7 Types of Stories: Overcoming The Monster
This type of plot involves a protagonist setting out to defeat an antagonistic force (often evil) which threatens the protagonist and/or protagonist's homeland.
How to create tension in your story
Techniques for building and maintaining tension throughout your narrative.
Understanding structure genres (arch, mini, anti-plot)
Exploring the nuances and applications of first-person narration.
Understanding story form
A comprehensive look at the different narrative perspectives in storytelling.
The 2 types of crises your character can face
Examining internal and external crises and their impacts on characters.
The 2 ways you can escalate the rising action
Strategies for intensifying the unfolding events in your narrative.