From Plot to Narrative

Each of the twelve chapters represents a rung on the ladder of dynamic narrative development. Beginning with the most basic plot outline, Ellis leads readers through exercises and discussions of elements that build a story into a memorable reading or listening experience. The chapters includemany topics ofinterest to all writers, regardless of medium, but somewill speak most potently tothose writing either fiction orpersonal narrative. Chapters include Characterization, Point of View, Emotion, Context,Imagery, and Connection [with the reader]. Herself a leading professional storyteller, Ellis also includes a chapter especially for those who plan to craft stories for oral performance.