Story: Typically, monster stories are told from the perspective of the humans confronting the monster. Ask yourself what the monsters thin about their treatment, and write a brief autobiography of a monster. Choose one you know from literature or film, or invent a new monster. Outline the sequence of events in the monster’s whole life or focus on events in one episode. Remember to write using the pronoun “I”, show how a well-developed conflict is resolved, and gain readers’ sympathy for your monster.

Prewriting: Outline the plot of your narrative. Remember to think about the incidents from the monster’s point of view.

Write your narrative in a serious or humorous way. Use concrete sensory details to add impact. If appropriate, pace the presentation of action to build suspense or sympathy.