Contemporary Connections – The Feature Story

Reporters and journalists for magazines and newspapers, whether online or in print, often must write stories about people. These feature stories, or human-interest stories, both instruct and entertain. They contain factual information about a person, group, or event gained through research and interviews, but they also include the writer's own opinions, thoughts, and predictions.

In this topic, you will learn the characteristics and elements of a feature story.

Essential Question

• How do feature stories and news stories differ?