Title of your story:______________________________________________

Author’s Name:________________________________________________

Story Starter Chosen:____________________________________________

Characters:

Name of Character Brief Description
What elements will you use to create a suspenseful setting for your story?
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What type of conflict will you use? (Check all that apply)

Internal
External
Man vs. Self
Man vs. Man
Man vs. Nature
What will be the cause of the conflict?
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Start thinking about the ending of your story. What ironic, shocking resolution will you give your tale?

Use the space below to write the beginning two paragraphs of your story. Remember to incorporate items from your character, setting, and conflict by brainstorming above.

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