text: i want to write gist of 2 story books ,how should i write?   1. provide a brief outline of the plot; 2. describe the point of view (1st person or 3rd person omniscient) and its role in the story; 3. describe the main character and its role in the story; 4. describe any conflicts or turning-points; 5. analyze figures of speech (metaphors, symbols, etc.); 6. sum up the meaning [message] of the story (from your own point of view); 7. try not to extrapolate the text, that is, avoid reading too much into the story.  note: it all depends on the number of pages (or paragraphs); if you have to write just one paragraph (or sentence), stick exclusively to item (6).