Hello guys, this is your author writer_tee again! How are you all doing? I hope everyone is doing well and that those taking exams are giving it their all.

As I mentioned in the previous chapter, I would like to now discuss my opinions on a few of the story's ideas, but I forgot to mention the topic "concept." After discussing this, I'll share my thoughts too. At first, let me answer the interesting question by one of my reader

So Intelligentwwh has asked me: If a story doesn't convey any message, would it be a good story?

Kindly read the first chapter before reading this chapter, guys, before responding to this.

Let's get through the question

So, the answer to your question is no. Not every story must, or does, convey a message. This does not mean that your story should not have a message. I am just saying that even if a story does not convey a message, it can still be a good story.

How?

There are many ways a story could stand out as good, even if it is not conveying the message. It will include numerous great stories that convey messages or themes. The enjoyment and quality of a story can also come from its characters, plot, writing style, and emotional impact. 

However, whether a story is good ultimately depends on individual preferences, tastes, and what readers want from their reading experience.

But, for me, the majority of the stories I have read contain a message, though I have also read some that don't. It helps me with escapism, but there were some stories that really didn't have a message or meaning. I apologise if I came across as rude to those writers, but I did not put much thought into their work.

I hope you get your answer, my friend. Please feel free to ask any questions you may have.

Now, 

As we know, there is a difference between story and plot and how they are interconnected with each other, but I have missed a topic that I have mentioned: "concept." 

I understand that some of these topics, such as plot vs. story and now concept vs. story, can be confusing. You might wonder, "Is this useful for fanfiction writers?" They/we simply write fanfiction; why do they/we need to understand these distinctions? Are they useful?

It is not necessary to know this, friends, if we are writing for fun. However, if we take writing seriously and wish to better express or show who we are, then we should all be aware of where to begin and what to write.

Even though you write fanfiction, if writing is your passion or interest, there are some fundamental things you should know. For example, after finishing a book, you should be able to describe the story, plot, and concept of your own work. This could help you develop a blurb and even a storyline for the book.

Do not worry; these three topics will be easy to understand. As we have already discussed plot vs. story, I will remind them once more, along with a funny example that one of my lovely readers commented on. Then, we will discuss "concept" using the same example.

Let us make potato chips the hero of the story. As we all know, a story is a narrative that includes characters, events, settings, and themes.

If we see the key elements,

• Characters: Characters include different types of potatoes, different flavours, and the snack consumer.

• Setting: A kitchen or production facility where potatoes are processed into chips.

• Events: The chips are sliced, fried, seasoned, and packaged.

• Themes: Themes include taste exploration, the satisfaction of a crunchy snack, and the variety of flavour options.

The plot is the sequence of events that causes and effects conflicts and resolutions to the problems, as well as the climax.

As we have seen the plot, setting, and events, let us look at the main plot elements for our hero.

• Event Sequence: Slicing potatoes, frying them, seasoning, and packaging.

• Cause and Effect: Slicing results in thin chips; frying adds crunch; and adding flavours improves taste.

• Conflict Resolution: Adjusting cooking times can help resolve potential issues such as overcooking.

• Climax: The finished potato chips have the ideal balance of flavours and textures.

So, based on the example above, we can immediately understand what the plot and story are. So what is the concept?

A concept is a story's central idea. In concept, we will know the story's main theme, core idea, and uniqueness.

Let us use the same example from above.

• The core idea: Here, the core idea is to create a unique and flavorful snack using thinly sliced potatoes.

• Uniqueness: exploring various flavours and textures to cater to different tastes.

• The Main Theme: The concept revolves around potato chips' versatility and enjoyment as a popular and portable snack.

And In the end, 
The idea of creating tasty potato chips with various flavours is the concept. The narrative involving the characters (potatoes, flavours, and consumers) and events (slicing, frying, and seasoning) is the story and The structured framework outlining the sequence of events, cause-and-effect relationships, conflicts, and resolution in the process of making and enjoying potato chips is the plot. 

At last, the story of our potato🥔 turing into🍟*Now potato became the start of the year, hehe* Don't mind my mindless jokes, lol

As such, our books contain some unique concepts for the story and timeline of the events of the plot.

So now, ahem, there are some concepts that are beautiful, like evergreen, but some are overly used and cliched. I'm not opposing those concepts, because there are some I use, but there are some, as I mentioned, that are mostly used.

Let's talk about it in another chapter for now. I hope you learned something new and useful. And you guys can ask me what topic I should write about too. So feel free to share your thoughts and suggestions in the comments below. Let's meet in the next chapter.

Signing off ✨