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 for Children Blog
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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?
A Routine Life Isn’t a Bad Thing
What makes a good writing routine? For one, it's personal. It's better to focus on ourselves, on what we need, and on what we can ...
