Narrative Writing and its types

NARRATIVE WRITING relates a clear sequence of events that occurs over time. Both what happens and the order in which the events occur are communicated to the reader. Effective narration requires a writer to give a clear sequence of events (fictional or non-fictional) and to provide elaboration.

1. NARRATIVE WRITING Mohammad Ramzan Abdul Rehman

2. Agenda Narrative Writing Defined Fiction Non Fiction Elements of Narrative Writing Characters Protagonist Antagonist PLOT Conflict Setting Point of View Tense Structure of Narrative Essay Conclusion 2

3. Narrative Writing Any Kind of Writing Which Tells the Story E.g. SBBU SPORTS FEST PLAY GROUND MEMORY First Day at University Near Death Experience Climbing a Mountain The Most Memorable Experience in my Life 3

4. Fiction Writing that is imaginary and tells a story 4

5. Fiction (Cont..) 5

6. Narrative Writing as Fiction (Cont..) 6

7. Fiction Narrative (STORY) Fantasy Story Mystery Story Science Fiction 7

8. Non Fiction Writing that have facts and tell a story about real peoples , places and events 8

9. Nonfiction (FACTS) Narrative (STORY) Personal Narrative Diary and Journal Entries Biographical Narratives Eyewitness Accounts 9

10. Elements of Narrative Writing There are many specific traits (elements) every type of narrative writing should have 10

11. Also known as the peoples or subject’s of the story All Stories Must have Characters 11

12. Essential Character of the Story Protagonist 12

13. Antagonist 13

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15. 15 PLOT

16. PLOT Exposition Introducing characters, and settings Rising Action Includes events leading up to the main problem or conflict Climax When the problem reaches at high point Falling action When characters works to solve the problem or conflict. Resolution The 16

17. Conflict 17

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19. Protagonist Vs Antagonist (Conflict..) 19

20. Society…!! 20

21. Character 21

22. Arts of Nature 22

23. Setting 23

24. Setting 24

25. Point of view 25

26. Two Main Point of View First Person Third Person 26

27. First Person Point of View Narrator Person who is telling the story Character speaks directly to the reader. Helps author to reveal thoughts and feelings in an intimate way. Disadvantage - reader only knows about the events of the story from only one point of view. 27

28. First Person Point of View E.g . Humpty Dumpty: I am sitting on top of the cold sandstone wall, gazing at the horizon . I am worried I might fall off and hurt myself. Me My I 28

29. Third Person Point of View 29 NARRATOR

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31. Tense Most fictional narratives are written in past tense. The event has happened. 31

32. Structure of Personal Narrative Essay 32

33. Introduction The Hook introductory part that catches the attention of the readers. E.g. “Shut the Door“, teacher said. i couldn't believe my eyes 33

34. Introduction (Cont..) Thesis Statement Thesis statement the overall theme of the essay. It can be slightly different role with the other essay as it can be the opening sentence or offer a moral lesson learned. 34

35. Body Of T he Paragraph Show, Don’t Tell Supporting Evidence Passage of Time Transitions 35

36. Conclusion The Moral of the Story The conclusion of a narrative include the closing action of the event, but also should include some reflection or analysis of the significance of the event to the writer . What lesson did you learn? How has what happened to you affected your life now? 36

37. Types and Examples of Narrative Writing 37

38. Novels A  novel  is a long narrative, normally in prose, which describes fictional characters and events, usually in the form of a sequential story . E.g. 38

39. Comics Are Short Stories Broken in Short Episodes with Graphics or Pictures 39

40. Plays 40

41. Summary. Narrative Writing Must tell a story Fiction Imaginary Non Fiction Real events Elements Characters Plot Conflict Setting Point of View Types Novels, Comics, Plays, Narrative Poetry…. 41