A narrative essay is a story written about a personal experience that helps you understand yourself better. One of the best ways to reveal who you are is to write about how you became aware of something. Writing a narrative essay makes you aware of a lesson you have learned and helps you gain worldly insight about your personal life. During the process of writing a narrative, you will learn how to articulate your personal experience to inform and entertain others. Principles of a Narrative
Narratives create a sense of shared history - they have a way of linking people together.
A narrative essay describes a time in your life where your former views were changed and you were taught a moral and/or a lesson.
Narratives convey a purpose by using vivid description. They show your readers the importance your personal experience had on you. Characteristics of a good narrative include:
a narrator and established characters
a smooth, organized plot that tells a story about a problem, situation or observation and its significance to your life
a specific point of view
narrative techniquessuch as dialogue, pacing, description, and tone to develop experiences, events, and/or characters.
a conflict - the struggle between opposing characters.
vivid details and sensory language.
a strong conclusion that reflects on what is experienced, observed, or resolved over the course of the essay.