How to Write a Feature Story

Following the questions and answers phase with my feature subject, Nasir Coffee, I began researching how to properly write a feature story.

The purpose of all feature writing is to tell the audience a story. It is typically composed of a lead, middle, and ending. The piece also includes quotes from the subject which, if used effectively, can aide the writer in creating a "vivid" and "detailed description" of the story for readers. Leads serve as the intro of the story and are crucial in catching the attention of the readers. Different variations of leads include:
- Narrative
- Compare and Contrast
- Direct Quote
- Startling Statement
- Descriptive

It is also of good practice that leads use repetition, dialogue, and mixed sentence length, while avoiding cliches like "Imagine this....". The next component of a feature story is the "Nut Graph", a summary of the story using the 5 W's and H (Who, What, When, Where, Why, How). A feature story should end with a strong quote or reference to the lead. The acronym "GQ STUDD" (Great Quotes, Strong lead, Transition, Unique angle, Description, Detail) is a helpful tool to write a great feature story.

BIBLIOGRAPHY:
- Acton, J. (n.d.). PDF. Austin, TX.