15 story beats

Story beats are key moments that structure a narrative. They typically include: the opening scene establishing the world, the introduction of characters, the inciting incident that sets the story in motion, the protagonist’s goal, obstacles faced, a turning point where the story shifts direction, a series of escalating conflicts, a moment of crisis or revelation, a build-up toward resolution, the climax or peak tension, the fallout or consequences, the resolution where conflicts are addressed, and a closing or ending that provides closure. These beats guide the story’s flow, ensuring it remains engaging and coherent from beginning to end.