Your story is like a puzzle. It takes a number of elements working together to make a memorable story. One of those elements is the ‘theme.’ Theme can be a frightening topic. Do you have a theme in mind before striking the first key? Or, do you write your first draft and then decide what…
Tag: writing for children
10 Rules for Writing Children’s Stories
I write for young children and I’ve also written marketing and health articles. Writing in multiple genres, I can tell you that writing for children can be much more challenging. When writing for children, there are guidelines to keep in mind to help your story avoid the editor’s trash pile. Here is a list of…
Learning to Write for Children – It’s More Than Just A,B,C
I have been writing since childhood: poems, short stories, even songs. I never thought of publishing my work or making it a career until around 2006. Not knowing any better, I thought it would be easy. I felt comfortable writing and always seemed to be able to think of something to write about. Then I…
Writing Children’s Books – Genre Differences
There are a number of genres within the children’s book arena. The target audience ranges from babies right on through to young adults. This provides a unique situation for writers to pick and choose a genre that feels comfortable to write in, while still remaining within the children’s book market. Each genre is geared toward…