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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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Teen Writers’ Nook is BACK // life update & what you can now expect from your favorite teen-led, teen-focused writing site!
After over two years of Teen Writers' Nook, a year of sporadic posting, and an unplanned summer hiatus, TWN is officially coming back to the blogosphere. With new design, posts, and future plans, we're back and better than ever!
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Bound and Determined COVER REVEAL
Ready to see the cover of an upcoming pirate Christian romance novel from teen indie author Grace A. Johnson? Presenting Bound and Determined!
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Feathers and Roses: All Things Fairy Tale DUAL COVER REVEAL hosted by Jen’s Author Assistance
Come see the cover reveals for TWO fairy tale retelling books releasing September 2022!!
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Calligraphy Guild Blog Tour // Interview with Ryuu
Hey, TWNers! *cough* Okay so if you’ve been following the blog tour for R.M. Archer’s latest release, you might’ve noticed a certain someone was supposed to post yesterday. Y’all I have no idea what’s happening to me. I never forget about these blog tours and now this is the SECOND time I’ve forgotten in the last couple of weeks. *facepalm* I think it’s official, I’ve either lost my mind or should REALLY start writing things down. Personally, my vote is for the former. But I guess better late than never!!! Today I have the honor of participating in R.M. Archer’s blog tour for *drumroll* CALLIGRAPHY GUILD!!!!! You may remember when…
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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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World of Silence Blog Tour BOOK REVIEW
New book review on Teen Writers' Nook, part of the blog tour for indie author Kayti Phillips' new book release: World of Silence.
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The Importance of Fiction in a Christian’s Life – GUEST POST
The Team at TWN for the first time ever, joined forces to write a post together. Read our post on the importance of fiction in a Christian's life on indie author Liz Boyle's site!!
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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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Level Up Anthology is Released (Talented Mers Competition is Officially Published!)
Today I am celebrating my first publication!
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Secret Announcement: Revealing Why I Asked if You Liked Mermaids
Why did I ask y’all if you liked mermaids?? Lucky you, I’ll reveal the answer in this post! 😉 But first, let’s get in the mermaid vibe, shall we?! Below is a picture of my mermaid tail button art! So far, it’s been the only button art I’ve done, but it was definitely a lot of fun to create. (Can you find the tiny screw glued in the artwork? Hint: it’s among the pile of “treasure.” If not, what about the paperclip?) Next up, a fun fact! Mermaid fun fact: professional mermaids is a job that actually exists! Cool, right? Okay, now for the gif . . . . via GIPHY…
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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!
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Winter/Elsa Inspired Tassel Necklace with Matching Bracelet
Take old necklaces and turn them into cool, new ones. The example in this post is winter/Elsa inspired.
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Cover Reveal! Calligraphy Guild by R. M. Archer
See the cover for an upcoming fantasy novel from indie author R.M. Archer!
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The Princess Companion by Melanie Cellier Book Review
Genre: Fairy Tale Retelling and Romance Age Range: 13 and up Rating: 5/5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reviewed by Katherine Summary If anyone had told me a year ago that I would find true love through a pea, I would have laughed. Lost in the woods. A rainy night. An uncomfortable mattress. What next? After getting caught in a terrible storm one night, Alyssa has no choice but to take shelter in the Winter Castle. However, while staying there, Alyssa finds herself as the new “Princess Companion.” She is growing fond of the royal family, but not everything is happy-go-lucky. It seems that danger is awaiting the royal family. Is Alyssa strong…
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How do I build my author platform? Tips for staying motivated and writing faster?—TWN Answers YOUR Writing Questions
How do I build my author platform? What are some tips for staying motivated and writing faster? Teen Writers' Nook answers writing questions submitted by some of our readers today!!
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Merry Christmas from TWN–The Toymaker’s Doll by E.G. Bella Blog Tour Book Review
Merry, Merry, Christmas, TWNers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! via GIPHY I hope all of y’all are having and will continue to have a fantastic holiday!! Christmas is one of my favorite times of the year!! But as you celebrate, in whatever way you do, don’t forget the reason for the season!! 2,000 years ago God’s only Son came to Earth. “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.” (Isaiah 9:6 KJV) Now, I’m sure you’ve probably noticed by now, I don’t usually post…
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5 Unique Ways to Electrify Your Character’s Voice a Guest Post by Allie Jo Andersen
Teen author, Allie Jo Andersen, joins us today with a guest post on how to electrify your character's voice!
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Guest Posting on Allie Andersen’s Blog + Imagine Anthology Sale Announcement
Guest posting on Allie Andersen's blog about the best winter-themed books you NEED to read for her annual Christmas blog party.
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