Kids Lit
Our Most Important Sentence
Once the dream book is finally contracted, the most important writing starts. Essentially what we write in preparation for…
September 8, 2024-
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Writing for YAHow to Keep Readers Engaged: Interview with Ya Author M.J. Padgett
M. J. Padgett is a YA author and co-owner of Pirate Cat Publishing and I asked her advice about…
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Mastering Middle GradeHooks
I recently read a few middle grade novels I could not put down, even when sleep called loud and…
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Book ProposalsHow to Grab Attention in Your Opening Paragraph
“Don’t Bury the Lead” is a common instruction to new writers. Literary agents and editors receive high volumes of…
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Guest Posts7 Steps to Write a Great Book Description
Let’s think like a potential reader for a second. We’re looking for a book to buy, and searching through…
January 31, 2021 -
Devotional/Christian LivingGotcha! How to Write a Compelling Devotional Hook
A short form devotional has three sections: a hook, a Bible passage connection, and a connection to the life…
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Mystery/Thriller/SuspenseSetting the Hook
Without a perfect bait a fisherman loses their chance in catching a fish. They must take their time and…
February 17, 2020 -
Fantasy-Sci-FiThe Tightrope We Must Walk
Your main character stands on the edge of a cliff, a five hundred foot drop to jagged rocks below.…
December 7, 2019
