A feature article is a type of non-fiction writing that offers special attention to a particular topic, person, or issue. It is a news story that goes beyond the basic facts to provide more depth and analysis, often highlighting one angle of the subject. Feature articles are typically longer than straight news stories and can be written in a variety of styles, including fly on the wall, interview, profile, analysis, and review.
The structure of a feature article typically includes an attention-grabbing headline, subheading, by-line, and hook to establish the writers tone and focus for the article. The introductory paragraph expands on the hook and provides an angle or point of view. The body of the article includes a narrative or compelling story that weaves in rigorously sourced details to paint a thorough picture of the subject. Photographs, tables, diagrams, and graphs are often used to accompany the text in feature articles to provide facts or evidence to support the authors explanation and interpretation of the person/issue/events. The conclusion of a feature article should summarize the main points and leave the reader with a lasting impression.
