Supporting Teen Writers
Supporting Aspiring Teen Writers
There is much to look forward to when one becomes a writer. From the opportunity to express a unique…
August 9, 2022-
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Dear Young ScribesYoung Writer, You Are Enough
I was fifteen years old when I officially decided to launch my writing journey. I began by devouring books…
August 9, 2018 -
Dear Young ScribesHow to Prepare For Pitch Sessions at a Writing Conference
I attended my first writing conference when I was sixteen-years-old. This is what lead to the publication of my first…
November 9, 2017 -
Dear Young ScribesWhat’s Wrong With Adjectives & Adverbs?
When I was in elementary school, I was taught to incorporate as many adjectives and adverbs into my stories…
August 9, 2017 -
Dear Young Scribes5 Qualities Every Serious Writer Needs to Possess
The writing journey is not a smooth, easy ride. There will be setbacks, failures, doubts, and frustrations along the…
November 8, 2016 -
StoryworldFantastic Geographical Influences on Cultures
As Tatooine’s twin suns slowly inch to the sand dunes in the horizon, a lone figure strains his eyes…
September 11, 2016 -
Dear Young ScribesHow to Choose, Develop, & Research a Setting: Part 1
Setting is far more than the backdrop of a novel. It’s the environment that breathes life into a story. It…
June 19, 2016 -
Dear Young Scribes10 Tips for Reading Through the Eyes of a Writer
For most writers, our passion to write was birthed from a passion to read. We grew up immersed in…
March 10, 2016 -
Dear Young ScribesBuild a Platform & Increase Chances of Publication
“Does building a platform really increase chances of publication?” This is a question many beginning authors ask when they…
February 19, 2016 -
Dear Young Scribes5 Reasons Teens SHOULDN’T Pursue a Writing Career
[bctt tweet=”5 Reasons Teens SHOULDN’T Pursue a Writing Career #teenwriters #writingtips”] When I was 14, I emailed a best-selling…
January 14, 2016 -
Dear Young Scribes, GenreHow to Set Writing Goals and Finish Your Book
[bctt tweet=”How to Set Writing Goals and Finish Your Book #writingtips @tessaemilyhall “] As a teen, you have…
December 29, 2015 -
Dear Young Scribes5 Common Writing Mistakes by Teen Writers
[bctt tweet=”#TeenWriters: To avoid weak writing, check your book for these common mistakes #writingtips@tessaemilyhall “] Teen writers: You’re entering an…
October 9, 2015 -
Dear Young Scribes10 Teen Authors who Landed Book Deals
Although I don’t believe every teen writer should strive for publication, let’s face it: More and more teen authors…
September 2, 2015 -
Dear Young Scribes5 Fun Writing Exercises for Teens to Spark Creativity and Develop Writing Voice
Thanks to my past teen self, I will never run out of book ideas. I spent those years writing pages…
August 25, 2015 -
Dear Young Scribes5 Pieces of Advice for Teen Writers by Former Teen Author
Whenever someone asks if I have advice for teen writers, I tell them three things: Read, research, and write.…
July 2, 2015 -
Dear Young ScribesHow Can Teen Writers Become Published?
“I’m a teen writer. How can I become published?” This is a question I’ve been asked countless times. I,…
June 18, 2015
