Narrative flow is the engine that propels your story forward, guiding young readers on amazing adventures and sparking their imaginations. Elements such as point of view, tense…
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Story vs. Plot in Children’s Stories
Story and plot. Knowing the difference and their importance in storytelling is essential, especially when writing for children.
Writing Dyslexia-Friendly Children’s Fiction
Tips on writing dyslexia-friendly children’s fiction.
Keep Readers Engaged with Suspense Elements
Ten tips on how to incorporate suspenseful elements into your story to keep your readers turning the pages right to the end.
Character Sketches – 7 Reason to Use Them
A critical tool in writing fiction is character sketches. These sketches help develop your characters and plotlines and motivate reader connections.
Omniscient Point of View: 10 Cons You Should Know About
Omniscient POV can be a powerful writing tool, but it does come with challenges. The first is character connection, or lack of it.
Omniscient Point of View: 10 Pros You Should Know About
Point of view greatly impacts your story. So, what’s the best one? Find out why you should consider third person omniscient.
Writing Nonfiction for Children’s Magazines
If you’re thinking of pitching to a children’s magazine, check out these six must-know tips.
10 Book Marketing Tips to Boost Sales
Book marketing is ever evolving. While you need to be careful with social media now, audio books and podcasts are taking off. Find out how you can effectively promote your book.
Writing Chase Scenes That Work
Must-know tips on writing the chase, getaway, or high action scene in your script or manuscript.