Want to write a story that works? Learn how to plot your novel using the Save the Cat! Beat Sheet in this post! (Free worksheet included!) #writingtips
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How to write a novel is a legitimate question. It can be a scary and overwhelming concept. Novels go unfinished all the time, and writers everywhere get frustrated and discouraged.
When reading the work of literary heroes like Jane Austen, or modern-day masters like Sally Rooney, it can be hard to imagine that they began with an empty page (or screen). It's strange to think that Victor Hugo turned a pen and parchment into the beautiful tale of The Hunback of Notre Dame. Or
Do you have an idea for a novel? Before you start writing, here are two exercises that will help you test out your story idea before penning the first draft!
Writing a great plot twist needs a few ingredients. Read this post to find out how to mislead and surprise your readers.
This guide gives you some tips on dropping hints of romance without explicitly stating it, or having your characters shout it from the rooftops.
If you're writing a book for the first time and you're not sure what the steps to do it are, you can follow these simple tips to start writing your novel.
These methods of outlining will help you create a novel outline that makes writing your first draft a breeze, whether it's your 1st or 10th time writing a book.
How to outline your memoir using a simple 3 step process. Make sure you write a memoir outline before you start drafting the manuscript!
A literary agent shares a 7 step process she uses with clients to help them write a book that sells so they can make a living from their writing!
Simple tips for improving writing in your second or third grade classroom. These tips are a must if you want better writers!
Before you write your idea for a kid's book, you need to understand these 3 things. This free children's book template outlines everything you need to get started.
Our guest today is a 30 Days or Less alumna and the author of a charming children's book. As you can imagine, writing a book for children is no easy feat, especially for a first timer. Carrie agreed to tell us about the process that took her from a simple idea she had while working
A blank novel outline template for use with Google Docs, Google Keep, and Scrivener. The One Page Novel is a simple, memorable structure for novelists.
One of my favorite ways to outline or plan a story is to map it out like a subway or road map. Here's how this technique works. Each road or subway line
Looking for esl task cards to use with your english language learners? Try these picture cards that are perfect for quick and effective language practice!
20 Resume tips you need to know before applying to any more jobs!
Here you'll find out how to outline a novel step by step and you will be able to download a novel outline worksheet so you can outline your story.
Have you been struggling trying to figure out the best freelance writing niche for you? You want a freelance writing niche that pays well and you can write with ease, and that can help you land freelance writing jobs easily. What type of writing niche is that? That’s the biggest question of all, but for […]
105 creative writing exercises to get you writing again. Try these short, 10-minute creative writing exercises to beat writer's block.
Exploring using Notion for writing? Here's a step-by-step guide on creating a Notion writing project tracker template that serves your needs.
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I am so excited to be ‘back in the saddle’ and teaching third grade again this year! I’ve been busily working on learning the new standards and crafting a plan that works for my new students in the fall. If you’ve followed me for any length of time, you know that my favorite two grades...Read More »
Easy tricks and tips for correcting pencil grip in kids with videos to help you teach a child how to hold a pencil correctly and improve their handwriting.
Ready to rock teaching beginning of year writing in first grade? These early days of writing instruction must be targeted and on point. Click to learn more.
Do you have struggling writers who just don't seem to be growing? Do you have reluctant writers who don't seem to get much writing completed? In every class that I have ever taught, there has always been a handful of kiddos that just don't like writing. These students can be toughest to reach. You have
How do you teach a child with writing difficulties to write well? There are ways - find them here, along with a free writing lesson and organizer to help you!
Jami Gold's Writing Worksheets: Help for all writers, from newbies to experts and from plotters to pantsers.
How to hold scissors: Cute method to teach a child how to hold scissors: Thumbs Up Alligator!
I asked my Instagram followers,“What are some signs of amateurish writing, in your opinion?” Here are the results!
Inside: You can publish a children's book. You can do it this year! Let's get started with three different paths forward. Shortly after publishing Belinda Baloney Changes Her Mind I started getting messages that were worded much more eloquently but essentially boiled down to this: But, like, how? It's a great question! And a question
Want to get paid to write online? Here are 16 HIGH paying wesbites for you to write and get paid instantly working at home...
Discover the essential rules and tips for mastering punctuation in English!
Have you ever had the vibes of your story figured out but no plot? This post gives you an easy process to find out what actually happens in yor novel
A detailed beginner's guide to writing on the popular newsletter (and blogging) platform—Substack. Includes tips to go from free to paid.
If you want to keep better track of your ideas, or get serious about regular creative brainstorming sessions, here's how to start a writer's notebook:
Some ideas for teaching plot elements to help students recall stories in sequential order, summarize stories, and understand theme.
What makes any company like a well oiled machine? The administrative assistants. It's no surprise that these kinds of positions are highly sought after
How to set up and organize a writing center in your pre-k, preschool, or kindergarten classroom. See pictures of my writing center and material suggestions.
