This means it focuses on:
* A clear sequence of events: Narrative writing has a beginning, middle, and end, with events unfolding in a logical order.
* Characters: Stories need people (or sometimes animals or objects with human-like qualities) to drive the action and make choices.
* Setting: The story takes place in a specific time and place, which can be real or imagined.
* Conflict: There needs to be some sort of challenge or obstacle that the characters must overcome. This can be internal (like a personal struggle) or external (like a conflict with another person or force).
* Theme: Narrative writing often explores a deeper meaning or message about life, relationships, or the human condition.
While narrative writing often uses descriptive language and figurative language, these are not its defining features. The primary focus is on the unfolding of a story.