1. Prof. Cristal Heffelfinger INGL 3231
Remembered event
Prof. Cristal Heffelfinger
INGL 3231

2. What makes an event memorable?

3. Some types of memorable events
Cherished childhood memories
Milestones
Turning points (change)
Crises
Accomplishments
Firsts
Historic events
Associations: people, places, emotions, gestures, skills, senses

4. Key elements in a story
WHY
WHO
WHEN
WHERE
WHAT
HOW

5. PURPOSE
WHY
WHEN
WHERE
WHO
WHAT
HOW
PLOT
SETTING
CHARACTERS

6. THE WRITING PROCESS

7. Brainstorming Make a list of memorable events or experiences.
Ask yourself: Is X event worthy of a story?
Is it unique?
Is it interesting? For whom (audience)?
Why is it significant?
Do I remember enough details?
Choose your topic.

8. Outlining List basic key elements: Work on the plot: what, how
Setting: when, where
Characters: who
Purpose: why (lesson, significance)
Work on the plot: what, how
Sequence of events
Similarity
Craft a beginning, climax, and ending.
Set goals for each stage.

9. Drafting 1, 2, 3… GO!! Remember to: Keep your goals in mind.
Guide the reader through the story.
Try to engage the senses.
Incorporate dialogues, lively descriptions, and rhetorical devices.
Make appropriate and complete references.
Use precise grammar and vocabulary.
Know when to stop

10. Editing and revising Get rid of redundancy and repetition.
Delete unnecessary or excessive details.
Double-check grammar, vocabulary, and SPELLING.
Vary sentence type and length.
Ensure that your main idea is clear and well-developed.
Seek and welcome any feedback.

11. Enjoy and share your finished product

12. References (links)