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Write Non-Fiction Historical Books for Children: Selene Castrovilla on Research, Characters, Finding the Right Story

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By: Feature Writer Jennifer Jensen

Win a Children's Writing Contest: How to Enter Highlights’ Annual Fiction Contest

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By: K.D. Kuch

Breaking into Children's Book Publishing: Writing as a Work-For-Hire Children's Author

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By: K.D. Kuch

Tips on Writing Historical Fiction for Kids: A Children's Historical Novel Requires Careful Planning

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By: Susie Yakowicz

A Quick Look at How To Write Children's Books: Good and Bad Reasons to Try Writing for Children

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By: Feature Writer Marg McAlister

Five Mistakes Made by New Children's Writers: How to Avoid These Common Blunders When Writing for Children

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By: K.D. Kuch

Writing Children's Books – Mary Poppins: Literature for Children – P.L. Travers’ Bestselling Series

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Five Ways to End a Children's Magazine Article: How to Write a Conclusion for a Nonfiction Piece for Kids

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By: Susie Yakowicz

Five Ways to Begin a Children's Magazine Article: How to Write an Introduction for a Nonfiction Piece for Kids

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By: Susie Yakowicz

Find Time to Write your Novel: Ways for Writers to Utilize those Wasted Minutes

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

How to Use PowerPoint for School Author Visits: Make the Most of Writing-Based Classroom Activities

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By: Feature Writer Marg McAlister

The School Author Visit Marketing Kit: An Aid to Supplementary Income For Children's Book Authors

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By: Feature Writer Marg McAlister

School Visits by Children's Book Authors: Earn Money as a Writer From Classroom Author Visits

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By: Feature Writer Marg McAlister

Books by Kids releases Jacksonville A-to-Z: Book Benefits Charity, Creatively Engages Hospitalized Children

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By: Devan Stuart

Interview With Award Winning Writer Andy Stanton: Top British Author Talks About Writing Mr Gum Books for Children

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

What Fiction Writers Can Learn From Sting: Singer Songwriter Sting Has Much to Teach Authors of Fiction

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Writing a Children's Book Series: Interview – Adventure Series Author Sharon Siamon

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By: Feature Writer Jennifer Jensen

Interview – Children's Writer Sharon Siamon: Author Talks About Getting Published, Rough Drafts, a Writer’s Life

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By: Feature Writer Jennifer Jensen

Writing Children's Books – Sharon Siamon: Interview –Series Author Talks About Writing Middle Grade Novels

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By: Feature Writer Jennifer Jensen

An Interview With Author Sneed Collard: Versatile Sneed Writes Both Fiction and Nonfiction for Children

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By: Dorothy Patent

Find the Right Words When Writing for Children: Tips on Using Child-friendly Language in Stories for Kids

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

How to Run a Young Adult Writing Workshop: Get Children and Teens Reading and Writing in Groups

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By: Ryan Werner

Book Review – Seeing the Blue Between: Young Adult Writers Give Advice and Inspiration to Young Poets

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By: Ryan Werner

New York City's Just Us Books: Multicultural Stories for Growing Children

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By: Rhonda Campbell

An Interview With Phil Caveney: Phil Caveney is the author of the Sebastian Darke novels

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By: Stephanie Williams

Cathy Cassidy Talks About Writing for Tweens: An Interview With a Best Selling Author of Books for Pre Teen Girls

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

An Interview With Author Cathy Cassidy: A Popular Writer for Girls Discusses Her Writing Process

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Popular Themes in Writing for Children: Learn What Children Enjoy Reading about

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By: Debbie Roome

Writing for Different Age Groups of Children: Children’s Books Come in all Shapes and Sizes

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By: Debbie Roome

How To Write a Children's Book: The Basics of Writing for Children

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By: Feature Writer Jan Czech

Choose the Right Word When Writing Fiction: A Short History of English Language

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Interview With Stephanie Williams: Advice and Insights From the Author Also Known as Boo Irwin

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By: Dulcinea Norton-Smith

How to Write Vibrant Fiction: Learn the Difference Between Anglo Saxon and Latinate Words

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Helping Kids Write: Planning is Key

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By: Doris Keeler

Writing With Kids: Tips to Encourage Children to Write

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By: Doris Keeler

Include an Opt-in Box on Your Author Website: Don't Miss the Mark When it Comes to Online Promotion

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By: Suzanne Lieurance

Children's Author Makes Her Dreams Come True: Interview With Donna McDine

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By: Mayra Calvani

How to be Have a Successful Career as a Writer: Nine Tips for Aspiring Authors

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Talking With Children's Writer Tom Birdseye: How a Reluctant Writer Became an Award-Winning Author

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By: Feature Writer Michael Jung

Writing Poems for Children: The Importance of Rhythm and Imagination

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By: Catherine Owen

How To Trim Unnecessary Action: Answers to Exercises in Cutting Too Much Description of Action

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Writing Exercise in Cutting Unnecessary Action: Practice Trimming Wordy Passages in Your Creative Writing

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Stories with Morals: Writing Fables to Teach Simple Lessons

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By: Karen 'Kai' Medders

Learn to Write: How To Cut Unnecessary Words: Practical Class in Editing Your Writing for Children

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

How to Write a Best Selling Kid's Book Quickly: Creating a Series like Madonna’s "The English Roses"

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

How To Build Tension: Writing for Kids: A Class in Increasing the Drama in a Creative Writing Passage

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

How To Write Strong Characters in Fiction: Learn Strong Characterization to Make Your Novel Come Alive

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Preparing Your Novel to Send to a Publisher. Why You Should Rewrite Your Story for Kids Before Submission

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Create a Children's Book With Aaron Mason: How To Work With Illustrators, Self-Publish, and Promote Your Book

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By: Joe Lam

Learn Ways to: Show Don't Tell: A Class in Using Dialogue to Show Action and Description

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Learn How to Show Not Tell: A Class in Writing Children’s Fiction

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Understanding Different Kinds of Editing: Improving your Writing by Rewriting, Copy Editing and Proofreading

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

The Publishing Process from Editor to Bookshelf: The Process of Getting a Book for Children Published.

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Developing a Plot from a Character: Growing a Simple Idea into a Book for Children

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

How to Write a Values Based Story for Children: Hints on Writing Stories with a Moral for Kids

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Writing a Values Based Children's Story: How to Write a Simple Short Story for Kids that Teaches a Moral

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Writing Strong Characters in Kids Books: Learning about Writing by Observing Children in Groups

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Writing About History for Kids: How to Engage Young Readers with Written Pieces about the Past

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By: Andrea Silen

Get Going with Writing your Novel: Tips on Taking the First Steps of Your Children's Book

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Writing Children's Fantasy Novels: An Introduction to Three Types of Fantasy Stories for Kids

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Finding Your Voice as a Writer: How Fiction Writers Can Develop a Unique Voice

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Plotting Your Book for Children: Learning about Three Types of Storylines for Kid's Books

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Creating Characters in Kid's Book: Using Psycho-Geometrics to Create Memorable Characters

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Writing for Kids – Fairy Tales: Using Everyday Fears as Sources for Modern Day Stories

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Write Books that Help Children: Manage Your Anger To Enrich Your Writing for Kids

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Editing your Novel for Children: 8 Steps for Cutting and Shaping your Manuscript

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Edit for Facts and Reading Level: Five Steps towards Polishing your Novel for Kids

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Editing for Themes and Structure: Five Steps for Editing a Novel for Kids

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

When your Book Gets Criticized: What Writers of Kids' Books Can Learn from Criticism

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Writing Simply But Effectively: How to Write Clear and Clutter-Free Fiction For Kids

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Emotional Roots of Writers Block: Five Ways to Break Creative Block Permanently

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

When the Editor Says "No": Advice for Kid’s Writers on Coping with Rejection Letters

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Writing Lessons from Margaret Mahy: Four Tips from a World Famous Author of Books for Kids

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Learning to Write Books for Kids: Use Your Sense of Humour to Create Novels That Children Love to Read

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Become a Disciplined Writer: The Secret to Becoming a Successful Writer of Novels for Children

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Writing Books that Kids Relate To: Using Memories and Feelings to Energize your Writing for Children

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Finding Fresh Ideas for Kids Books: Five Creative Ways to Find Writing Inspiration for Childrens Books

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Book Review Tigger on the Couch: The Neuroses and Maladies of our Favourite Childhood Characters

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

The Publishing Process: How Does the Publisher Decide which Books to Publish

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Starting First Book for Kids: Advice on how to Begin your Dreamed of Novel for Children

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Writing for Reluctant Readers: Tips on Writing Chapter Books for Children Who Don't Like Reading

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Write Kids' Books that Sell: Three Things to Learn From Dr Seuss

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

Become a Children's Writer: A Beginners Guide to Writing Fiction for Kids

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By: Feature Writer Helen Brain

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