1. What are you going to write? Who for?
I’m going to write a short story for a teenage magazine competition called "It Happened to Me."
2. What kind of story will you write?
I will write a coming-of-age story about self-acceptance and the importance of friendship.
3. Who will the main character(s) be?
The main character is Mia, a 16-year-old girl struggling with her identity. The supporting character is her best friend, Jess, who encourages her throughout the journey.
4. When/Where will the story take place?
The story takes place during the summer of their junior year in a small coastal town.
5. What will the events be? List them in chronological order.
- Mia starts feeling insecure about her appearance and popularity.
- She withdraws from her friends and spends time alone.
- Jess notices the change and tries to reach out.
- Mia confides in Jess about her feelings of inadequacy.
- They decide to attend a local summer festival together.
- At the festival, Mia sees a girl confidently expressing herself and feels inspired.
6. What will the climax event be?
The climax occurs when Mia, inspired by the festival, steps out of her comfort zone, performs a spontaneous dance, and gains the crowd's support.
7. What will happen in the end?
Mia embraces her uniqueness and resolves to be more confident. She reconnects with Jess and finds new friends who accept her.
8. How will the main character(s) feel in the end?
In the end, Mia feels empowered and happy, while Jess feels proud of her friend for overcoming her fears. Their bond strengthens, symbolizing the power of true friendship.
