Story Structure Introduction

Here is a story told in both drawing and writing. Early on, we are told that stories are made up of BEGINNING, MIDDLE AND END. Three parts. There is another way of splitting up a story. It is called the "Will Eisner Story Structure".

Introduction - Showcase the environment, introduce the characters to the audience and establish a general mood and style.

Problem - introduce the conflict of the story.

Dealing with Problem - The series of events that help unravel the problem.

Solution - The problem is solved.

End - What is the conclusion? What did the characters learn? Why was the story important?

If you can come up with something for these five parts of a story, then you are telling a story with CONFLICT. Conflict, issues, problems ... stories need these in order to create EMPATHY, which is something we'll talk about later. For now, tell a story in five parts using the Will Eisner Story Structure.