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Write a Narrative
STEP 1–Brainstorm the Pieces
Generate Ideas

Generate Ideas

Write a Narrative

INTRODUCTION & OVERVIEW

1. What IS a Narrative?

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STEP 1--Brainstorm the Pieces

1. Generate Ideas

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STEP 2--Create a Story Board

1. What is a Story Board?

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2. How to Set Up a Story Board

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3. How to Fill In a Story Board

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STEP 3--Write the Scenes

1. Write 3 Scenes On 3 Pages

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3. Add Paragraphing

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STEP 4--Revision #1--Action, Description & Dialogue

1. Check for a Balance of Action, Description & Dialogue

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2. Find the Gaps & Holes

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3. Slow It Wayyyyy Down

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4. Follow the Verbs

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STEP 5--Revision #2--Use Vivid Imagery for Description

1. What is Vivid Imagery?

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2. Add Character Details to Show Meaning

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STEP 6 --Revision #3--Focus on Paragraphing and Dialogue

Add and Refine Dialogue

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STEP 7--Re-Read for Meaning and Flow

1. How To Re-Read for Meaning

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2. How to Ask for Revision Feedback

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1. Edit for Dialogue Punctuation

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2. Edit for End Punctuation

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3. Edit for Capitalization

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4. Edit for Verb Tense Consistency

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