All stories are different, so you must choose your writing technique carefully before you being writing the story. Consider the topic of the story and the audience that will be reading it. Sometimes it is appropriate to use the word "I" in your story or reveal your own opinions on a topic, while other times it is not. Using the appropriate writing technique can be the difference between making your story a hit or total flop.
Descriptive
Descriptive writing occurs when the writer uses very detailed information to explain the story. This can involve detailed descriptions of the characters, the setting and even objects. This style of writing is used to immerse the readers in the story, allowing them to create a vivid mental picture of the setting in their minds. For example, a line from a descriptive story might read, "He was 6'4, with deep blue eyes, chestnut brown hair and a bright white smile."
First-person
When using a first-person writing technique, the writer is able to incorporate their own ideas into the story. Instead of just presenting the facts, they are allowed to let their own opinions come out in their writing. For example, a story written in a first-person technique would have the word "I" worked in throughout the text.
Narrative
A narrative writing style tells a story. The writer introduces different characters and a setting to the readers, while keeping his or her own voice silent. Narrative stories present a problem that is played out and eventually solved in the text. One of the most common examples of a narrative is a movie script, but these are also frequently seen in short stories as well.
Persuasive
In a persuasive writing style, the author tries to change the reader's mind on a certain topic or issue. They present facts supporting their opinion and try to convince the reader to join in their beliefs. An example of this is often seen in newspaper and magazine columns, or in political speeches.
Subjective
A story written in a subjective writing technique displays facts from both sides of an issue or subject. The writer is able to use first-person terms such as the word "I", but does not choose one side to support. They simply list the pros and cons of the subject, so the readers can develop their own informed opinions. Newspaper articles are often written in a subjective style.
