What elements make a story 'would be good' and 'could be bad'?

The characters play a huge role in making a story good or bad. In a good story, characters grow and develop. They learn lessons. But in a bad story, characters might be one - dimensional and not change at all. The setting can also be a factor. A well - described and immersive setting can make a story good. A bad story might have a poorly - developed setting that you can't really picture. The plot twists in a good story are usually unexpected but logical. In a bad story, plot twists might seem forced or just plain silly.

One element could be family disputes. For example, relatives arguing over who gets to carve the turkey or where to put the Christmas tree. Another is financial problems. Maybe someone lost their job right before Christmas and couldn't afford to buy presents for their kids. Also, bad weather can play a part. A blizzard that stops people from traveling to see their loved ones or causes power outages so all the Christmas lights go out and the food in the fridge spoils.

It could mean that a story has the potential to be either positive or negative. Maybe it's a story with complex characters or situations where things can turn out in different ways. For example, a story about a person starting a new business. It could be good if they succeed and make a fortune, but it could be bad if they fail and lose everything.

Losing your phone when you're already having a bad day would be horrible. Imagine not being able to call for help or communicate with anyone. And if you had important data or contacts on it, that would make the bad day story much worse. Also, getting into an argument with a good friend out of the blue on that same day would be the cherry on top of the 'bad day cake'.

Not necessarily. A manga story could potentially make a great book if the plot and characters are compelling and the writing style is engaging. However, it might struggle if the story relies too heavily on visual cues.

Well, poor character development is a big one. If the characters aren't believable or don't grow throughout the story, it can really drag it down.

If a story has a beautiful setting, it would be good. It can draw readers into a different world, like a magical forest or a bustling city in the future. But it could be bad if the description of the setting overshadows the story itself. Regarding the story's theme, it would be good if it's relevant and thought - provoking, like dealing with environmental issues. But it could be bad if it's preachy or forces the message down the reader's throat without any subtlety.

Such a story is interesting as it reflects real life. In real life, things are not always black and white. A story that can be good or bad shows the complexity of human experiences. It can make the readers think about their own lives and how they handle situations that could turn out either well or poorly. Also, it allows for different endings in the minds of different readers, making it a very engaging concept.

For me, when there is no one around to talk to about your bad day can make it even worse. Just feeling alone in your misery is tough.

Well, in bad stories, there can be a lack of control over the situation. The family that had their new house damaged by fire had no control over that disaster. And often there is a feeling of helplessness. In good stories, determination is a common element. The old lady with the cookie business was determined to keep selling her cookies. Also, in bad stories, there can be a breakdown of expectations. In good stories, there's a building up of something positive, like the growth of the old lady's business due to the good review.