Vacation: Kick Back and Research
For writers, every experience, and vacation, is an opportunity to pack away information for possible use someday in a story or article.
Summer Reading
Eventually our school days are over, and we never get another summer reading list. But what if we did? What should a writer read?
Submitting to Writing Contests
When they are based on a skill you’ve spent years honing, contests can feel like a nice measure of your ability. Will you submit this year?
How Best to Use a Critique Service
There are endless means to getting the critique you need for your story, but it’s important to know which method will be the most beneficial.
Revision: Are We There Yet?
It can be tempting to be caught in a revision spiral. Let’s consider the best way to be sure you’re done with revising and ready to submit.
Biographies of Women
Biographies for kids are some of the most popular children’s nonfiction. This week, we’ll take a look at the impact of biographies of important women.
Writing Female Villains
Not every book has a villain. But novels often do. And young adult novels especially are great places to find strong, engaging female villains.
Writing Female Characters
Female characters are complex, no longer the stereotypes they once were in earlier literature. Now, as writers, we must learn to do them justice.
Women in Children’s Writing
Women have always been a part of children’s writing, even under pen names. Now, we celebrate their remarkable work in the form and genre.
2025 Goals Check-In
As we’re nearing the end of February, it’s a good time to check in on your 2025 goals. Have you made some?
