Basic Short Story Diagram

THE BEGINNING

• Introduce the main character

• Introduce the setting through action and dialogue

• Introduce the problem / mystery

THE MIDDLE

• Use concrete words

• Less adverbs

• Keep a steady pace

THE "CALM BEFORE THE STORM" MOMENT

• Use adverbs, but sparingly

• Pace slows a little

CLIMAX

• Choose words wisely

• Use varied sentences

• Faster pace

• Action

• Reaction

CONCLUSION

• Solve the problem / mystery

• Create the final mood

• The End