Best Kids Stories / Books with Girl Characters / Giveaways / Teens: Young Adults / Writing Resources
The Art of Writing the Follow-Up Novel
Author Emily Henry provides seven tricks for writing your follow-up novel.
In the Spotlight
Ages 4-8 / Ages 9-12 / Author Interviews / Books with Girl Characters / Chapter Books / Writing Resources
My Writing and Reading Life: Johanna Hurwitz, Author of Double or Nothing with the Two and Only Kelly Twins
My Writing and Reading Life: Johanna Hurwitz, Author of Double or Nothing with the Two and Only Kelly Twins
Ages 4-8 / Ages 9-12 / Animal Books / Best Kids Stories / Books with Boy Characters / Chapter Books / Writing Resources
Channelling an Animal’s Point of View | The Art of Writing
Critically acclaimed author Cammie McGovern discusses writing a book from a dog’s point of view. (Chester & Gus, HarperCollins, 2017)
Best Kids Stories / Books with Girl Characters / Chapter Books / Teens: Young Adults / Writing Resources
5 Things I Should Have Known Before Becoming a Writer
Claire LaZebnik, author of Things I Should Have Known, shares 5 things she should have known before becoming a writer.
Best Kids Stories / Books with Girl Characters / Chapter Books / Mysteries / Teens: Young Adults / Writing Resources
Behind the Scenes: Creating a Debut Young Adult Novel
Katie Bayerl, the author of A Psalm for Lost Girls, gives a behind the scenes look into creating a debut young adult novel.
Ages 0-3 / Ages 4-8 / Books with Girl Characters / Picture Books / Seasonal: Holiday Books / Writing Resources
The Power of a Picture Book Author School Visit
Lynn Plourde is the author of more than thirty picture books including her newest for 2016: Bella’s Fall Coat. Lynn has done hundreds of author visits to schools through the years.
Tips for Writer’s Block
Disclaimer: This is a satirical article written by Jonathan W. Stokes, author of Addison Cooke & the Treasure of the Incas.
Ages 9-12 / Best Kids Stories / Books with Girl Characters / Chapter Books / Music / Writing Resources
The Art of Creating Characters that March to the Beat of Their Own Drums
The good news is there are a few handy tips to help your imaginary outsider authentically walk apart from the crowd.
The Art of Writing an Epic Hero
We didn’t want to add another YA story to the shelves in which the main characters easily overcame incredible obstacles in their way. We wanted our readers to to be unsure if our main characters would even make it through the next chapter.
5 Useful Tips for Self-Publishing Authors
Discover the 5 Hats A Self-Published Author Needs to Wear