How to write a story script for video.
5 min read · Updated October 30, 2026
A script for narration is shorter and punchier than a post. Open on the hook, keep sentences short, cut everything that does not move the story and end on the twist.
Turn a script into a video →Structure that works
- Hook: the most surprising line first.
- Setup: who and where, in two sentences.
- Escalation: one thing gets worse, then another.
- Twist or payoff.
- A closing line that invites a comment.
Write for the ear
- Short sentences.
- Say numbers the way you would speak them.
- Cut adjectives that do not earn their place.
- Read it aloud before generating.
Sources and rights
Write your own story, or ask the author before adapting theirs. Do not repost someone else's writing without permission.
Making the video
Paste the script into Zlayo, pick one of 15+ voices, choose a background and press start. You get narration, word-by-word captions and gameplay in one video.
Get started
On every paid plan, from $19 a month, after your 3 free creations.
Turn a script into a videoQuestions
About 100 to 130 words is roughly 45 seconds when spoken, depending on the voice and speed.
Yes. Speed, volume and pitch are adjustable.
Yes. Every account has 3 free creations.
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