Writing
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How to Balance School and Writing
One of the hardest parts of writing is actually making time to write. Whether it's school or a job, life can get in the way of our best intentions to write. But if you're ready to get serious about your writing this semester and want some help in balancing school and writing, then TWN's got you covered with a few great tips!
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Interview with Teen Author Deigan Marie
TWN is so excited to feature teen writer Deigan Marie today with a fun interview!
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Last Name Ideas for Writers (+ survey for my Redbubble shop)
Need a last name for your fictional character? Well, look no further because Teen Writers' Nook has created a list of last name ideas right here!
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Girl Name Ideas for Writers
Are you struggling to find a name for your female character? Well, look no further because Teen Writers' Nook has created a list of ideas right here!
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Debunking Writer Lies 101 with Natasha Joy
Today TWN features author and blogger Natasha Joy on for a post on debunking writer lies and myths!
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Should you only write happy endings? (Three book endings that *almost* made me cry)
Writers always focus on the right way to begin a story but what about on the right way to END the story? Issabelle is breaking down the three common types of story endings with tips on the best way to leave your story that will give readers the most impact.
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Boy Name Ideas for Writers
Are you struggling to find a name for your male character? Well, look no further because Teen Writers' Nook has created a list of ideas right here!
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6 Questions to Ask that Will Help with Character Development (Plus Newsletter and Hiatus Announcements) // Write a Book with Me Episode Three
Characters. They make or break a novel. No matter the story, the message, the plot... if the reader doesn't care about your character, it won't have the same impact. That's why character development is so important. But don't worry, because today, TWN has got you covered!
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6 Tips for Creating Your OWN Mythical Creatures!
Hi, everyone! This is Alana, but I’m now Madeleine. First off, I want to say that I am really, really, really sorry that I haven’t replied to any of the comments on my previous post “How I Brainstorm Ideas”. I plan to have all of the comments posted and replied on both that post and this one by the end of this week. Now about the post. I am currently working on a writing project that has many animals in it. Some of the animals are real animals that exist in our world and other are animals in mythology / folktale stories or what I have made up. My…
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Every Author Should Answer This ONE QUESTION Before Writing // Write a Book With Me Episode Two
Are you sure your ready to begin drafting your next WIP? Join TWN today for an insight on the one important question every author should know the answer to, even though most can't answer this!
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5 Things All RESEARCHING Authors Should Know // Write a Book with Me Episode 1
Does your current project require extensive research but you're unsure where to even begin? Do you google a couple of words, check out a couple of books from the library, or something entirely different? Today Issabelle is covering the top 5 tips she follows in the researching process. Join TWN for the first episode in the brand-new Write a Book with Me series!
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Introducing my BRAND-NEW series: Write a Book with Me
Writing a full novel seems like such a daunting task. You may feel lost, unguided, unsure what to. But it doesn't have to be that way! Join me for TWN's new series where we walk you through the entire process of writing a novel from big idea to finished piece!
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Redefining Success // Teen Writers’ Rally FINAL Post
Join us today as we wrap up our biggest writing event with a post from Issabelle encouraging you to relook at your idea of success!
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Three Key Ways to See Growth In Your Writing
Do you want to make growth with your writing but you're unsure how? You try so many different techniques, yet nothing seems to work. Or maybe you're overwhelmed by all the different types of advice and resources available on what you should or shouldn't do and now writing is more work than fun. Join me today as I offer the only three things you need to try to see growth in your writing!
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Breaking Down the Three-Act Story Structure
The three-act story structure is one of the most well-known story structures. But what exactly IS it and how can you use it for YOUR story? That's what we're unpacking today at Teen Writers' Nook!
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Storyboards: Visually Plotting Your Novel (+ FREE PRINTABLE TEMPLATE!)
Ever tried plotting your novel with a storyboard? In this post, Katherine will share some ideas on how to create a storyboard with a free printable template!
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Plotting a Character’s Life {WORDS Blog Tour}
A new post on Teen Writers' Nook about backstories and how they can and should impact the character and their life!!!
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Prologue Vs. Chapter One: Three Reasons Why You Need To CUT Your Prologue
Should you have a prologue? Can they ever be useful? In TWN's latest post, Issabelle gives three instances where you should probably consider CUTTING your prologue! Read on.
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EVERYTHING You Need to Know About Traditional Publishing – Guest Post from Grace A. Johnson
Considering the traditional publishing route? Wondering what even goes into choosing this path? ALL your questions (or well, at least a lot of them ;) are answered today in this post from teen indie author of the Daughters of the Seven Seas series, Grace A. Johnson!
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How to Handle Criticism, Feedback, Rejection, and Negative Book Reviews.
Have you ever struggled to handle constructive criticism or down right rejection? Do you fear negative book reviews? TWN's latest post brings the best advice and encouragement in dealing with this pretty much unavoidable challenge all writers will face!
