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This group is for those She Writers who write fiction for young adults.
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Pacing for YA -Need Help please!
Started by T. Swift. Last reply by T. Swift Apr 22. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Hi ladies,I am writing my first YA novel and I am in the beginning pages and realized that I have a pacing problem. I do not want to have this problem and I want it fixed. I know an editor at a publishing company who wishes to see my work and she…Continue
Writer's Retreats
Started by Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan. Last reply by Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan Mar 20. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Hello all -I'm 3/4 through the first draft of my first YA fantasy novel. I'm a part of a paid online workshop that's helping me stay accountable to finishing the middle of the book and helping me work through the weak spots.I love the idea of this…Continue
1st Person POV vs Multiple (2-3 characters) POV for your YA novel. Which is better? What's your experience between the two?
Started by T. Swift. Last reply by Stephanie Scott Mar 19. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Hi Ladies,I am about to finally start writing my novel. I've done some research, read 3-4 "How to write YA fiction books" and its high time I start getting to the meat and bones of it. The thing is, I am trying to figure out should I write from my…Continue
So many books...
Started by B. Lynn Goodwin. Last reply by Avra Wing Mar 8. 9 Replies 0 Likes
...so little time. Reading YA helps me write YA. I'm not crazy about vampires, and neither is my protagonist.What YA books will help me get in the voice of a young woman coming of age and dealing with loss? Thanks!Continue
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Comment by Catherine Stine on January 30, 2013 at 10:22am -
Deets from a winter writing retreat. How do you stoke your writing fire?
http://catherinestine.blogspot.com/2013/01/writing-retreat-renewal....
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Comment by Kiersi Burkhart on January 21, 2013 at 10:41am -
I wrote an article about "The Princess Fantasy" (or delusion?) and how young adult authors are responsible for the messages they send to teens. http://prolificnovelista.com/2013/the-princess-fantasy-or-delusion/
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Comment by Catherine Stine on January 7, 2013 at 12:04pm
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What are you pledging this year?
Check out SA Larsen's Rebel Writers' Creed Pledge and join if you like!
http://catherinestine.blogspot.com/2013/01/rebel-writers-creed-take...
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Comment by Catherine Stine on December 28, 2012 at 9:24am
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Did you get books for presents? Did you give any? I'll tell you mine, and come share! http://catherinestine.blogspot.com/2012/12/a-bookish-christmas.html
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Comment by Catherine Stine on December 18, 2012 at 4:49pm
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Come bid on a 25-page manuscript critique from speculative YA author Catherine Stine, starting at only $25 to benefit Sandy Hook victims: http://pubheartsconn.blogspot.com/
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Comment by Catherine Stine on December 17, 2012 at 6:10am
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The reveal of Free Souls, Susan Kaye Quinn's third in her popular trilogy. Enter to win great prizes and check out the amazing cover!
http://catherinestine.blogspot.com/2012/12/susan-k-quinns-cover-rev...
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Comment by Ripley Patton on December 15, 2012 at 8:03pm -
"I personally don’t like books that are too realistic. If I wanted realistic, I wouldn't read fiction. I’d just step out my front door."
Read my new author interview with Kelly Harmon, and be sure to leave a comment so we know you were there:)
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Comment by Catherine Stine on December 6, 2012 at 6:53am
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A giveaway, Nano Progress, and a holiday gift Idea!
http://catherinestine.blogspot.com/2012/12/giveway-reviews-nano-new...
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Comment by Syeda Tasmia Tahia on December 4, 2012 at 5:35am -
Teenage dreams in the selfish world of glamour. Losing innocence or gaining her true self? http://ning.it/UlSXNJFeedback very welcome!" Chapter 9 of YA Silen Voices.
Silent Voices: Four extraordinary people, young of blood, kind at heart, strong of will, but rash at actions...living in their own worlds, following isolated paths to their own goals...when the paths cross, the worlds shall crash...into a complex bonds of relationships...Because in a world where wants precede needs, only two can survive happily...
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Comment by Catherine Stine on November 27, 2012 at 5:43am
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Today I interview seasoned author Victoria Strauss on writing, life and her new YA historical fantasy Passion Blue!
http://catherinestine.blogspot.com/2012/11/interview-with-victoria-...
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Meg Waite Clayton left a comment for catherine harnett"Catherine, Just waving hello. If you’re looking for places to connect here, we’d love to have you join us in the Novelists (Struggling or Not) group.
Hope you enjoy it here, and best of luck with your writing.
Warmly, Meg Waite Clayton…"
Amy Jo Sprague liked Claire McAlpine's discussion SheWrites WordPress Directory - Tell us about your blogAmy Jo Sprague posted a blog postQuotes, Memoirs, and Books on Writing I've Read to Avoid...Doing It
Working on my memoir, I've turned to many, many (many many, too many) books with tips on how to get started, organized, and inspired. I also read a lot of what other authors say about the process and will share quotes here, as well. I'll begin…See More
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