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Comment by Minolta White on March 28, 2011 at 3:25pm

Hey all , I'm new to the site, just wanted to say hello. I'm a writer/poet. I'm slowly coming out of my shell when it comes to speaking, but I love writing poetry. Check out my latest treat by visiting my blog @ whiteminolta.blogspot.com

Comment by Candy Fite on March 26, 2011 at 7:38pm

 I've added 2 new posts on my writing blog.They're about reconnecting with my YA ms. Stop in if you have a chance. Thanks!

When a Novel's Prescription Calls for an Alpha Reader (March 24)

& Back in the Wagon Again (March 26)

http://cfitewrite.blogspot.com

Comment by Maria D. Laso on March 25, 2011 at 6:46pm

I am looking for writers and/or illustrators to volunteer for an event in October in Los Angeles for girls up to age 18. Or possibly to help prepare ahead of time. You might be especially interested if you are former Girl Scouts or leaders

Comment by Amy Jones on March 25, 2011 at 6:17pm

Are a poet? I am not, but I looooove poetry. April is Poetry month and I would like to showcase some great poetry on my blog through out the month to celebrate it. If you are interested please email me own of your poems or a favorite poem.
amj@columbus.k12.nc.us

 

Smiles,

Amy

Comment by Candy Fite on March 24, 2011 at 7:23am

Sorry fellow She Writers, I've been off-grid for a few days. Wallowing in my wait to hear back from the agent who requested my ms of Little A. and my future project list! I've tried despertely to stay away from the computer or I'm checking my email once every minute!

 

Thank you for your tips on selecting a genre for my novel. I've jumped head first into the ms, once again, in an attempt to not only finish it, but to also keep my mind occupied!

Stacey, I'll definitely check out the Google searches. I know when I first began the writing I googled "books + time travel + YA" and only came up with a handful that seemed to match my overall feel to my work.

Let me clarify that the time traveling is not sci-fi, meaning there's no "device" which takes the mc back in time. It's an unexplained (true) occurance in the area of which the novel takes place. There have been many studies done regarding this reoccuring phenomena, and I myself have witnessed *them*.

Sorry to be mysterious, but it's an element of the story I'd like to keep in suspense until I'm finished:)) I'll actually be searching for a second Alpha reader very soon!:) I need a different perspective on the story besides me and the hubby!

There is ton of history in the story. She goes back in time very early on and spends the entire novel there up until the very end. I've done my research and woven many historical facts from Texas post-Civil War time frame.

How would YA Historical Fiction with a Fantasy Twist sound? Sounds corny to me. Mixed genre names irritate me!

Off to Google...

 

Welcome Debra! Love the title and mc's name!

Comment by Amy Jones on March 16, 2011 at 2:18pm

Hello everyone, I am interested in beginning a new feature on my blog which showcases a different YA Sci Fi Fantasy author each month.  In this feature I would like the author to supply an article about a topic of interest to them (blogging, writing, a review of your current favorite book/author, ect...) and information about yourself and your book/s.  If this sounds like something you would be interested in please email me (amj@columbus.k12.nc.us) your article, a jpg of your book, a link to the site where it may be purchased and a link to your blog and/or website. I will feature the authors/articles in the order I receive them.  I'm really excited about this and hope you will be too. 

Yours truly,
Amy

http://amyjonesyaff.blogspot.com/

Comment by Shannon Alexander on March 15, 2011 at 6:11pm

Candy, I'm going to agree with Amy.  If you're driving force is history, then it's historical fiction with a fantasy slant.  If it is about time traveling (aka Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure - remember that film gem?), then I'd classify it as fantasy and mention its historical roots.  Either way, it doesn't fall neatly into just one category so you'll probably need to mention that.

 

I keep hearing about speculative fiction, which is what people are calling fantasy and science fiction when they don't want to classify their writing as such for whatever reason.  Anyone know much about it as a genre?  Might want to research that too.  Perhaps that is a better blanket genre to cover your whole project.

 

Good luck!  You're are really cranking out the good stuff these days!  Congrats!

Comment by Stacey Donovan on March 15, 2011 at 4:16pm

Candy! There are tons of books to look at: Penelope Lively, Edward Eager, Caroline Dwight Emerson - Prada & Prejudice by Mandy Hubbard and Rosie Rushton's Jane Austen in the 21st Century series. Google: "YA novels that combine historical fiction + time travel" (without the ") and you'll be busy for a decade! Start with Mandy Hubbard and Rushton cause they're newer and fresher.

Comment by Amy Jones on March 15, 2011 at 3:13pm

Hi Candy,

      Hmmm... time travel?  Well, time travel is something that could very well be possible in our future so you could definitely tack on Science Fiction.  My book is a blend of sci fi and fantasy, that is to say some of it could happen at some point while other aspects are completely imaginary (gnomes, sylphs, etc..).  I use a bit of history in my book but not enough to classify it as historical.  What is the major genre theme of your book?  Is the time travel the main focus or is it secondary to the history.  You want to play up what is dominant in your classification because that is the audience who will read it.

Good luck with your book.  Keep me posted on your progress.

Amy

Comment by Candy Fite on March 14, 2011 at 8:24pm

Hello, Ana and Amy, welcome!

Amy, I've got 80,000 words finished of a YA historical fiction, however it has time travel in it. I'm trying to pin down a genre.

I'd say I'm about 2 chapters, maybe 3 shy from the ending. Any idea which genre I should go with?

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