For some writing is a hobby, for others a pain. While it may take some time, we can all do it. Imagine having to write a story of a historical genre, as a school assignment or for personal pleasure: how would you proceed? Here are some tips.
Steps
Method 1 of 1: Get started
Step 1. Choose a topic
It should be a historical period that you have some knowledge of, or at least you would like to know something about. If you pick one you don't like, it's possible that you lose interest and don't do a good job. If the topic is assigned to you, do your best.
Step 2. After choosing the topic, develop a storyline
You should include characters of your own invention (protagonists and supporting actors), a setting (time and place), the plot and the resolution of the conflict (final). There are many ways to organize ideas (for example, you could create a mind map), so if you need help, don't hesitate to ask.
Step 3. Take notes by writing a few sentences, without plagiarizing anyone
Step 4. Create a new mind map for each category
One for the characters, one for the setting, and so on. Enter details and information, but don't worry about completing the sentences - you can do it later. Just focus on writing down the details.
Step 5. Now do some free writing and add details, be it snippets of dialogue or reflections on the setting
You will end up with various fragments, which is fine, as you can always edit them later and insert them into the full story.
Step 6. Correct the draft and make careful notes (on a printed copy, preferably written - for convenience - double-spaced)
Have you forgotten a certain fact? Have you found a new one? This is the time to make a note of it for future review.
Step 7. Make a new draft, including the revisions you made
Step 8. Reread the new draft
Check anything that was in the original notes or mind maps that you may have forgotten.
Step 9. Make a nice copy
You could have your teacher review it to find out what he thinks about it. If, on the other hand, the goal is pure fun, get help from a friend. Only allow them to contribute to the writing if you ask them, as people are usually full of good intentions, but have a tendency to want to add their own ideas. This is your story: listen to the opinions you receive and think about how to insert the suggestions that you think are valid.
Step 10. Make the final draft
Make sure it's absolutely error-free.
