Twenty writing tips for aspiring writters
Read constantly. If you want to be a writer, the most important thing you can do is read. Read as often as you can and as much as you can.…
What I’m reading
I am always reading books. Are you?Here are some new books I’ve read and loved: THE LAST MAPMAKER by CHRISTINA SOONTORNVAT: Sai grew up in the Fens, a lowly…
Faq’s
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE COLOR? Green. Helen Keller was once asked the question: If you were able to see just one color what would it be and why? I don't…
Projects to do with historical fiction
1. Pretend you are a book sales rep. Convince the class why they should buy (or read) the book you've selected.2. …
A Sample of My new Work
CHAPTER ONE It began with a devil-like heat. For two weeks, a wall of warmth swept the Midwest. Lawns withered. Plants drooped. Driveways and streets puddled, black, damp, and…
So you want to write
When I was 8 years old I wrote the story below. (If you're having trouble reading it- time has warped it a bit - look further down. I've typewritten a…