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Author Archives: Donna Maloy, Author
Fun Friday: Most Anticipated Books for teens and children
Publisher’s Weekly has released its list of Most Anticipated Books for Fall 2016. These are their own editor picks and include new titles from Laurie Halse Anderson (ASHES), Richard Peck (THE BEST MAN), Sarah J. Maas (EMPIRE OF STORMS), Jay … Continue reading
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TeenWriter Tuesday: 5 Ways to Make Career Connections
Go Teen Writers! If you are not already familiar with the website Go Teen Writers, I’d like to introduce you. GoTeenWriters offers honesty, encouragement and community to teens who want to be published. If you want to meet other teens who love … Continue reading
Words on Wednesday: The Emotion Thesaurus
Every good writer tries to “show not tell” character emotions. But even experienced authors may be limited in their familiarity with certain feelings. Extreme emotions such as anguish, desperation, paranoia, rage, and full-out terror may–thankfully–exist only in our fictional worlds. Enter the helpful … Continue reading
Posted in Character, Character arcs, Character-driven action, Characters, Conflict, Emotion Thesaurus, Interaction with Setting, Interior life; interiority, Motivation, Resources, Story Elements, Story ideas, Tips for Teen Writers, Writing
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TeenWriter Tuesday: Teen Writing Groups at Libraries
Does your public library sponsor a teen writing group? Below you’ll find a list of just a few of the hundreds of libraries that do. Some are only in the summer; some are year-long. Some of the programs include published … Continue reading
Monday Advice from Editors and Agents: Hooking a YA Agent
Many romance writers, even some with long backlists, are looking at fresh opportunities in the Young Adult market–more creative freedom (less restriction in story lines), the ability to reach a new audience (one that will grow up to become an audience … Continue reading
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