Category Archives: Writing Tips
Putting in the Hours, by C.J. Bolognese-Warrington
All those hours of creating can sometimes feel like they were wasted if you don’t end up with a product you love at end the day. But take heart – the time you put in is experience gained! Look for … Continue reading
A Café Chat with Agent Susan Hawk, by Kristen Strocchia
Agent Susan Hawk from Upstart Crow Literary will be joining our SCBWI chapter at the Pocono Remix 2023 retreat this April at the Highlights Foundation. Susan will run a workshop titled Great Openings, provide critiques for those who have signed up, and participate … Continue reading
Posted in Cafe Chat, Events, General, Interviews, Pocono Retreat, Uncategorized, Workshops, writing craft, Writing Tips
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Write Down Ideas, by C.J. Bolognese-Warrington
Having a light bulb moment is such a great feeling, whether it’s a shiny new idea or a way through a revision. But watch out, because sometimes those ideas can slip away just as easily as they appear if you … Continue reading
Posted in Comics, General, Uncategorized, Writing Tips
Tagged Children's book authors, children's book illustrators, children's book writers, children's books, CJ Bolognese-Warrington, Comics, eastern PA scbwi, EPA SCBWI, KidLit, SCBWI, SCBWI EPA
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A Café Chat with Author Leah Henderson, by Rona Shirdan
Author Leah Henderson will be joining our SCBWI chapter at the Pocono Remix 2023 retreat this April at the Highlights Foundation. Leah will run a workshop titled Learn Character, Learn Voice, provide critiques for those who have signed up, give the Saturday keynote … Continue reading
Posted in Cafe Chat, character development, Events, General, Interviews, middle grade, Picture Books, Pocono Retreat, Uncategorized, Workshops, writing craft, Writing Tips
Tagged Authors, Cafe Chat, children's books, eastern PA scbwi, EPA SCBWI, interview, KidLit, Leah Henderson, middle grade, Picture Books, Pocono Retreat, Rona Shirdan, SCBWI, SCBWI EPA, writing advice, writing tips
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The Stalled Story, by Eva Polites
Writer’s block. Dreaded words for a dreadful condition. Thankfully, there are blog posts, articles, and books devoted to this ailment. The afflicted writer can easily find tips and remedies to deal with this condition and start writing again. For me … Continue reading
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Tagged Eva Polites, novel writing, stalled story, work in progress, writer's block, writing advice, writing tips
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Fermentation Time, by Anthony D. Fredericks
Navigating Nonfiction A monthly column by Anthony D. Fredericks Let’s assume you’re making preparations for a weekend party. Lots of your friends are coming over and you want to be sure you have some great food and their favorite beverages. So, you drive … Continue reading
Posted in Navigating Nonfiction, Uncategorized, Writer's/Illustrator's Toolbox, writing craft, Writing Tips
Tagged Anthony D. Fredericks, KidLit, Navigating Nonfiction, nonfiction, nonfiction picture books, tall tall tree, writing, writing advice, writing children's books: everything you need to know from story creation to getting published
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The Right Verb, by Anthony D. Fredericks
Navigating Nonfiction A monthly column by Anthony D. Fredericks Question: What does a thesaurus eat for breakfast? Answer: A synonym roll. Let’s take a look at the following passage: Cheetahs can run very fast. They can run much faster than … Continue reading
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Tagged Anthony D. Fredericks, KidLit, Navigating Nonfiction, nonfiction, nonfiction picture books, tall tall tree, Verbs, Writer's Toolbox, writing, writing advice, writing children's books: everything you need to know from story creation to getting published
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The Lasagna Writer’s Journey, by Kristen C. Strocchia
Ever made a lasagna? Satisfyingly warm layers of noodles, sauce and assorted cheeses. But no matter how deep the dish, every layer is the same as the one before. As I’ve reflected on my writing journey … Continue reading
How I Found the Courage to Write a Novel (And It Does Take Courage!), by Janet McLaughlin
Today, we’re so happy to host author Janet McLaughlin! Janet is the author of the Soul Sight Mysteries series, including Haunted Echo and Fireworks, and a longtime SCBWI member. She’s here today to lend you some inspiration and courage as … Continue reading
Posted in critique groups, General, Uncategorized, Writing Tips
Tagged Absolute Love Publishing, Augusta Scattergood, critique groups, dealing with rejection, Fireworks, Glory Be, Haunted Echo, Janet McLoughlin, knowing when to quit, learning to write, rejection, SCBWI, Soul Sight Mysteries, writing advice, ya fiction, YA paranormal fiction
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Avoiding Cliché Characters In YA Fiction, by Lori Ann Palma
When writers develop characters, we most often begin with an idea—a sort of shapeless blob that becomes more distinct as we write a first draft or do a pre-writing character study. Over time, they grow physical characteristics and a personality, … Continue reading
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