Story Development Beginner
Understanding Story Structure
Notes on building a story from idea to structure, including conflict, turning points, scenes, and resolution.
- By Ali Ndizeye
- 9 min read
Writing guide
Story Structure
What you'll learn
- Beginning, middle, and ending
- Conflict and turning points
- Resolution and message
On this page
1
Beginning
The beginning introduces the world, main character, problem, and the reason the story needs to move forward.
2
Middle
The middle develops conflict, raises pressure, tests the character, and creates turning points.
3
Ending
The ending resolves the main conflict and shows the result of the character’s choices.