Can someone help with my story?

Question

I have the story and most of the details, but I need help thinking of the little stuff. Like I cant think of names and how to start writing the story. I only have the main plot and story line.

Answer 1

Don't worry about beginnings. They'll come later. Start the story where you know something. And if you don't know a name, just look up and name the person after the first thing you see (Doorknob or Glass Jar). Change them later (if you want).

When I'm stuck, I find it helpful to do one of two things: 1 - write a lot of dialogue (characters talking to each other), or 2 - write a detailed description of the setting. In both cases, I usually end up breaking up what I've written and inserting the bits and pieces into the rest of the storyline.

Answer 2

A good idea is to start dividing the main plot line into a short synopsis giving a brief outline of the story and how it develops. Like that, you can start dividing it into chapters. This will also allow you to clarify your ideas about what happens and when.
Second, youcan get into each one of these chapters or scenes or whatever you want to call them and start developing what goes on in each of them. If need be, each of these chapters can be divided into smaller parts.
As for the characters, try thinking about who they are: What is their nationality, how old are they, what sort of social background do they come from, what is their education level, etc. Let me explain: In North America, for instance, it is customary for people to receive the last name of a relative as a first name if that relative didn't get to pass down his or her last name: So, if your character is American for instance, he may have a name like Jackson or Tyler. If your character is European, this is not very likely. The same way, if your guy is from a wealthy educated background, he or she is more likely to be called Lucian or Antonia. If they have more humble origins, think more along the line of Steve and Tracy, Think about their families. Why would a father or mother want to call his son/daughter, this or that way, etc.
I hope this helps.
Best,
f.

Answer 3

When you think of names for your characters, imagine what they look like (make sure you include these details, too, in the story.) Nothing is better than complete description - looks, personality, clothes preferences, etc. After you've imagined what they look like, how they are dressed and know their personality traits, it's much easier to name a character! For example, if your main female character is a tall blonde who dresses in a business suit and is very sure of herself, you could consider Virginia, Abigail or Charolette. If the character is a teenager, you could go with Amanda, Susan or Tammy. You just have to IMAGINE "who" this person is before you give him/her a name.

When you start your story, go with a casual setting, like starting in a car, at home or the office. Then, move into your drama, plot, etc.For example, "Charolette had a long day. She couldn't wait to get home to her husband, William. Driving in her little red Mazda sports car, she had the sunroof open to allow the breeze to rush through her long, blonde hair." or "Abigail had just awoke from her nap. She looked at the blue clock beside her, seeing it was already late afternoon. Knowing she needed to get busy with her gardening, she pulled her auburn hair into a ponytail. Still tired, she slowly went down the hallway which was a bit narrow and she stopped by the old chest of drawers with the tall mirror attached to it. This was a special gift from her grandmother, decorated with the most delicate design of florals, she loved it."

You have to include descriptions/details of the people and the surroundings. It makes more for interesting material for the reader. Keep their attention!

I hope this helps you. I write, too, and find all these tips to be helpful to me!

GOOD LUCK with your story.

Answer 4

I usually start my stories with the main character waking up. Here's an example here:

*** Alyssa woke to the ringing of the alarm clock, she sighed when she realized that she had to get up and go to work that day. She rolled over and hit the off button and stepped out of bed.

There was a mirror on the wall oposite. Alyssa looked in it and saw an average girl with blonde hair and gray eyes looking back at her. She then went into the bath room to brush her hair and teeth.****

That's just the easy way to start one, for me. Some names I recommend would be: female- Alyssa, Claire, Jessica. Male- James, Chase, Jesse, Joey, Matt.

I also recommend that you include lots of hot rods in your story line, lol.

Answer 5

For names, go to babynames.com. It has loads of names from different backgrounds. You can search names by meaning, actual name, popularity, etc... Very good source.

In terms of openers, you may want to start with a diary entry, dialogue, dream, memory or just a plain old description. Once you start, it gets much easier. Good luck!

Answer 6

Here are some names: Claire, Ava, Kathleen, William, George, Frank, Annette, Jack, Chris, Walter,Tamara, Peyton, Ashley, Wade. Here are some last names: Smith, Nells, Tompson, Shotes...I can't think of anymore...

Answer 7

You could always use temporary names like sally or dave or something and then once you get the character development going you will come up with a name that fits

Answer 8

Scrambled eggs is the answer. You are 95% there. Do not worry about the little stuff.. you can change the names later. When Paul MaCartney wrote " Yesterday" he did not have the little stuff ( the words ) ..just the tune. So he called it Scrambed eggs..." Scrambled eggs...scramble scaramble scramble scrambled eggs oh..scrambed eggs oh scrambled eggs "

Good luck

Answer 9

dude it would be nice if you told us what the story is about and the type of characters that you are writing about...how can people really give you good advice w/out this information?

Answer 10

If you are truly a writer at heart, the ideas will come to you with patience.......For example: As she walked along the pathway, she thought of fairies dancing while she watched the leaves making their slow but deliberate exit from the trees..............