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THE NARRATOR
 

While reading a fictional story, how many readers think about the Narrator in a novel – the writer’s creation. When one considers the role of a narrator – the teller of tales, he or she also has to be a kind of imaginary multi-talented spokesperson within the story. They have to be able to speak, to describe, to explain, to act, and to convey the various details related to the different characters; with their changing personalities and their regular appearances throughout the written story.

If there are only a couple of characters in a fictional story then the Narrators’ tasks are easier, but when there are more than a dozen then it could become harder for the Narrator; especially so for the story writer.

As the fictional novelists write their stories, they have to remember the various characteristics of each character, especially the words that have been used in the story. In an effort to make any dialogue that has been used easier to remember, it’s suggested that a Character Log is started before beginning the manuscript. It’s where the character’s name and personal details can be recorded, and if necessary, some notes about minor details can be added, plus any changes in the traits of characters.

It’s also suggested that a Chapter Log be started as well, where short notes are kept about the activities and happenings in that particular chapter of the story, where more notes can be added, deleted, or referred to as the story is developed.