5 characteristics of creative writing

The eight elements of creative writing that are used in short stories and novels are character development, setting, plot, conflict, theme, point of view, tone, and style.
Some of these elements are also often used in poems and works of creative nonfiction such as:

Creative writers not only think outside the box but often have a strong intuition.
They trust their instincts and aren’t afraid to take risks.
This willingness to experiment and take risks is another important characteristic of a creative writer.
Creative writers are usually very passionate about their work.

They argue that creative writing hones students’ ability to express themselves clearly and that creative writing involves careful study of literary terms and mechanisms so that they can be applied to the work of writers to promote improvement.
In seminars, students usually submit original work to criticism from colleagues.