Creative Writing - Q2 - Lesson 1

Lesson 1 - 2nd Quarter Period
Reading and Writing Fiction

• Elements of Genre (W1-W2)
Characters (Done)
• Point of Views (1st, 2nd and 3rd POV)
• Plot (linear, modular, traditional)
• Setting & atmosphere
a.time and place
b. cultural, sociological, political,
religious, etc.
c. sensibilities that lead to specific modes.
Learning Targets:
• Identify the various elements,

techniques, andliterary devicesin various
modes of fiction
• Write journal entries and other short
compositions exploring key elements of
fiction
What is Point of View?
Point of view is the “eye” or narrative voice through

which you tell a story. When you write a story, you
must decide who is telling the story, and to whom
they are telling it. The story could be told by a
character who is involved in the story, or from a
perspective that sees and knows all of the
characters but is not one of them.
Point of view refers to the angle of
narration; it indicates
“who is the narrator” and “how is the
narration done.”
FIRST PERSON POINT OF VIEW
The POV in which the narrator is

the central character or one of
the major or minor characters or
simply a bystander or an
observer.
OMNISCIENT PERSON
POINT OF VIEW
The POV in which the
narrator is an all-knowing
and all-seeing observer who
tells everything (speech,
action, thoughts, and
emotions) about the
character.
The Enchanted Forest"
Once upon a time, in a magical land, there was an enchanted forest where the trees whispered
secrets to the wind and animals spoke in hushed voices. The omniscient narrator floated above,
observing the lives of the forest's inhabitants.
In a cozy burrow, a family of rabbits, led by wise old Thumper, prepared for the changing seasons.
Thumper's youngest, Cotton, had dreams of exploring beyond the familiar thicket. The
omniscient narrator knew that Cotton's curiosity would lead to unforeseen adventures.
Meanwhile, deep in the heart of the forest, a mischievous pixie named Sparkle played pranks on
unsuspecting creatures. The omniscient narrator chuckled at Sparkle's antics, aware that the
pixie's love for laughter masked a deeper loneliness.
As the seasons turned, the forest faced an unforeseen challenge: a shadowy force threatened to
engulf the enchanted realm. The omniscient narrator watched as animals and magical beings
came together to form an unlikely alliance against the impending darkness.
OBJECTIVE THIRD-PERSON
POINT OF VIEW
The POV in which the narrator is
an objective observer who
reports only the speech (what he
hears) and actions (what he sees)
of the character.
In the quaint village of Willowbrook, nestled between rolling hills and meandering streams, a
mysterious antique shop appeared overnight. The townsfolk whispered about its sudden arrival,
speculating on the origins of the eccentric owner, Mr. Hawthorne.
One sunny morning, curious locals strolled into the antique shop, greeted by the scent of old
leather and polished wood. They examined dusty trinkets and ancient relics displayed on creaky
shelves.
Among the patrons was Emily, a young artist with an eye for forgotten treasures. Her fingers traced
the intricate patterns of an ornate locket, and observers noted the longing in her gaze.
Unbeknownst to Emily, the locket held a secret—a love story engraved in faded letters.
Meanwhile, Mr. Hawthorne observed silently from behind his antique counter, revealing nothing of
his past. Onlookers noticed the glint of wisdom in his eyes as he watched the villagers explore the
shop.
As the day unfolded, a sense of enchantment settled upon Willowbrook. The villagers discovered
artifacts that resonated with their deepest desires and memories
SELECTIVE THIRD-PERSON POINT OF
VIEW
The POV in which the narrator is both

an omniscient and an
objective observer; it is a combination
of omniscient third person
and objective third-person point of
view.
In the quaint village of Willowbrook, nestled between rolling hills and meandering
streams, a mysterious antique shop appeared overnight. The townsfolk whispered about
its sudden arrival, speculating on the origins of the eccentric owner, Mr. Hawthorne.
One sunny morning, curious locals strolled into the antique shop, greeted by the scent of
old leather and polished wood. She examined dusty trinkets and ancient relics displayed
on creaky shelves.
Among the patrons was Emily, a young artist with an eye for forgotten treasures. Her
fingers traced the intricate patterns of an ornate locket. Unbeknownst to her, the locket
held a secret—a love story engraved in faded letters.
Meanwhile, Mr. Hawthorne observed silently from behind his antique counter, revealing
nothing of his past. He watched the villagers explore the shop, a glint of wisdom in his
eyes.
What is Plot?
This is the series of events or actions that comprise

the story; it is
generally divided into exposition, rising action,
complication, climax,
denouement, falling action, and conclusion.
What is Linear Plot?
The plot which chronologically shows events in their

proper order from exposition to conclusion, as in most
primitive narrative forms such as fairy tales, fables, folk
tales, myths, and legends.
Example:
Title: "The Journey Home"
Introduction:
Mary, a young woman in her twenties, lives in a small town and works at
a local bookstore.
One day, Mary receives a call informing her that her estranged father
has passed away.
Inciting Incident:
Mary decides to attend her father's funeral, even though she hasn't
seen him in years.
Rising Action:
Mary travels to her hometown and begins to reconnect with her past.
She discovers old letters and photos that help her understand her
father's life and the reasons for their estrangement. Along the way,
Mary encounters old friends and learns more about herself and her
family.
Climax:
Mary uncovers a long-held

family secret that changes her perception of her father and
herself.
Falling Action:
Mary grapples with the newfound information and comes to terms

with her feelings.
She decides to mend broken relationships with her remaining
family members.
Resolution:
Mary returns to her current life, but with a newfound sense of

closure and understanding.
The story ends with Mary reflecting on her journey and the lessons
she has learned.
What is Episodic Plot?
The sub-plot which forms a part of a bigger plot

(e.g.,
Arcs in anime/manga, chapters in novels)
"Adventures of Detective Riley"
Episode 1: "The Stolen Necklace"
Detective Riley receives a call about a stolen necklace at a glamorous party.

Riley interviews witnesses, collects clues, and eventually solves the case,
recovering the stolen necklace.
Episode 2: "The Missing Poodle"
Riley's neighbor reports her poodle missing, and Riley takes on the case.
The detective follows leads around the neighborhood, uncovering a series of
comical misunderstandings before reuniting the poodle with its owner.
What is Progressive Plot?
The plot which stretches out over an entire

series (e.g.,
every episode of an Arc in anime/manga)
"The Countdown"
Introduction:
A brilliant scientist, Dr. Emily Collins, unveils her groundbreaking

invention: a device capable of preventing natural disasters.
Rising Action:
Dr. Collins faces skepticism from the scientific community and
struggles to secure funding for her project.
As she overcomes obstacles, the device is finally ready for
testing.
Complications:
Initial tests show promising results, but unexpected side effects emerge,
raising doubts about the device's safety.
Dr. Collins races against time to refine the technology while facing growing
pressure from those who want immediate implementation.
Climax:
A major hurricane approaches, and the authorities, desperate for a

solution, push Dr. Collins to deploy the device despite its uncertainties.
The device is activated, but its effectiveness is uncertain, leading to a tense
moment as the storm intensifies.
Falling Action:
The storm weakens, and the device proves partially successful, saving some areas
but not others.
Dr. Collins and her team work to improve the technology, learning from the
challenges faced during the crisis.
Resolution:
The story concludes with Dr. Collins addressing the scientific community,
acknowledging the setbacks, but expressing determination to refine the invention
for the greater good.
The plot ends with a sense of hope as Dr. Collins continues her work, emphasizing
the ongoing progress and potential for a better future.
In this example, the plot progresses as the main character faces escalating
challenges, leading to a climactic moment before resolving the central conflict.
The tension builds steadily, creating a sense of anticipation throughout the story.
What is In Media Res?
The plot which starts at the middle of the story and

provides flashbacks to promote reader’s
understanding of the story.
(e.g., The voyage of Monkey D. Luffy from
One Piece started with Luffy as 15 years old then
provides his background story as to why he wanted to
set sail.)
What is Circular Plot?
The plot which is structured in such a way

that it ends where it has started as in cycle.
(e.g., Strangers –
Friends – Best Friends – Lovers – Break up –
Strangers)
What is Exposition?
The initial part of the plot in which the

setting and the characters are introduced.
What is Complication?
The part of the plot in which the conflict

develops.
What is Crisis?
The problem of the story;

the conflict.
What is Climax?
The highest point of the story, during

which the readers know how the conflict
will be resolved.
What is
Resolution/Denouement?
The part of the plot in which the

conflict is resolved.
What is Falling Action?
The event that leads to the conclusion; shorter than the

rising incident, it may still have some suspenseful
moments but, for the most part, gives the reader of
audience a sense of completion, with the various
unsettled issues at work within the plot reaching some
state of resolution.
What is Conclusion?
The last part of the plot which gives the

story some finality; however, when a
story ends with a cliffhanger, the reader
is let to make his conclusion.
Setting
Setting. This refers to the time and place in which
the events of a narrative take place; it includes not
only the physical environment in which the
characters interact, but also the cultural,
sociological, political, religious, and
other milieus, as well as the ideas, customs, values,
and beliefs of a particular time and place.
LOCALE
The place where the story take place, for

example, in JK Rowling’s Harry Potter novel,
the events mostly happened in the school of
wizarding called “Hogwarts.”
ATMOSPHERE
Descriptive detailsgive an emotional coloring

to a story, but there are many other ways of
obtaining atmosphere (Tone and Mood).
ATMOSPHERE
(e.g., “It was a large and beautiful circular room, full of funny
little
noises. A number of curious silver instruments stood on
spindle-legged tables, whirring and emitting little puffs of
smoke. The walls were covered with portraits of old
headmasters and headmistresses, all of whom were snoozing
gently in their frames. There was also an enormous, claw-
footed desk, and, sitting on a shelf behind it, a shabby,
tainted wizard's hat — the Sorting Hat." – Dumbledore’s office
in Harry Potter)
Conflict
Conflict , being synonymous with
opposition, is the motivating
driving force that involves both
characters and readers in the narrative.
SOCIAL CONFLICT: MAN VS. MAN
The conflict which exists between the
protagonist
and the antagonist.
(e.g., Naruto vs. Pain –
Naruto)
PHYSICAL CONFLICT: MAN VS. NATURE
The conflict which exists between the
protagonist and any of the natural forces
(water, earth, wind, and fire, and as well as
disease).
(e.g., 2012 Film– The end of the world)
METAPHYSICAL CONFLICT:
MAN VS. SUPERNATURAL BEINGS
The conflict which exists between
protagonist and supernatural beings or forces
(deities,fairies, vampires, werewolves, witches,
leprechauns,elves, tikbalang, kapre, ghost, etc.)
(e.g., Perseus: man vs. Medusa: supernatural being)
INTERNAL CONFLICT: MAN VS. HIMSELF
The conflict which exists between the protagonist and
his own self; this is especially true when the character
is in a state of dilemma, during which he is faced with
two or more alternatives.
e.g., Shoyo Ishida from

Silent Voice - It's hard to look at people in the eyes when
struggling with self-loathing. Because of this, instead of seeing
someone's face, he sees a giant X blocking them out as he
withdraws from everyone around him.)
TECHNOLOGY CONFLICT:
MAN VS.TECHNOLOGY
A literary term that describes the struggle between a
fictional character and some kind of man-made
invention.
This type of conflict is a powerful tool for
authors to explore existential questions and create fast-
paced action. (e.g., The Terminator – The main
character is against the terminator came from the
Future.)
TECHNIQUES AND LITERARY
DEVICES
Week 3
Fiction uses, besides parallelism and
ellipses, several techniques and literary
devices.
The most common of these

are flashbacks, foreshadowing, symbols,
and irony.
Flashback
– An interruption in the chronological sequence of a
story by the narration of events which occurred earlier than the
time of the story.
• It is a device that allows the writer to present
events that happened before the time of the current narration or
the current events in the fiction.
• It includes memories, dream sequences, stories by
characters, or even authorial sovereignty.
• It is useful for exposition, to fill inthe reader about a
character or place, or about the background to a conflict.
Foreshadowing – This means exactly what the word
implies
- a hint of things to come. A word or phrase, or a
sentence cancontain an important clue that the author
may insert to prepare the reader for a later event. Alert
readers store such clues in their minds andrecall them
when the unexpected takes place, or when a character
reacts in a manner that at first appears strange or
unreasonable.
Hint – These are statements that have
deeper meanings. In other words, this
is an indirect way of saying an
intended meaning. In Filipino, this is
termed as pahiwatig.
Symbol – A person, object, image, or event
that suggests more than its literal meaning;
something concrete that stands for or evokes
some abstract concept. Some symbols are
widely recognized by all and have shared
meaning, such as the V-sign for victory.
Irony – A mode of expression through words (verbal irony) or
events (situational irony) or the work itself (dramatic irony),
conveying reality different from and usually opposite to
appearance or expectation. A writer may say the opposite of
what he means, create a reversal between expectation and its
fulfillment, orgive the audience knowledge that the character
lacks, making the character’s words have meaning to the
audience not perceived by the character.
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Lesson 1 - 2nd Quarter Period

Reading and Writing Fiction

• Identify the various elements,

Point of view is the “eye” or narrative voice through

The POV in which the narrator is

The POV in which the narrator is both

This is the series of events or actions that comprise

The plot which chronologically shows events in their

Mary uncovers a long-held

Mary grapples with the newfound information and comes to terms

Mary returns to her current life, but with a newfound sense of

The sub-plot which forms a part of a bigger plot

Episode 1: "The Stolen Necklace"

Detective Riley receives a call about a stolen necklace at a glamorous party.

Episode 2: "The Missing Poodle"

The plot which stretches out over an entire

A brilliant scientist, Dr. Emily Collins, unveils her groundbreaking

A major hurricane approaches, and the authorities, desperate for a

The plot which starts at the middle of the story and

The plot which is structured in such a way

The initial part of the plot in which the

The part of the plot in which the conflict

The problem of the story;

The highest point of the story, during

The part of the plot in which the

The event that leads to the conclusion; shorter than the

The last part of the plot which gives the

The place where the story take place, for

Descriptive detailsgive an emotional coloring

e.g., Shoyo Ishida from

The most common of these

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