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  • Plots,  Writing

    Four Reasons Why The False Prince’s Opening Works// analyzing story beginnings part 1

    July 22, 2024 / 12 Comments

    Teen Writers' Nook is turning four years old at the end of July, which got me thinking about the first post I ever wrote for the site about novel's opening lines. In celebration, I'm beginning a new series where I break down and analyze why certain story openings work so well! (Next live stream announcement included inside.)

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    Issabelle Perry
  • Livestream

    What’s Up With Our Heroines? // Crafting Female Characters Readers Will Root For

    July 8, 2024 / 8 Comments

    Heya, TWNers! I’m back to announce our next livestream happening tonight (July 8th) at 7 PM EDT (New York time). I’ve been looking forward to having a discussion on heroines for a while now. For the past year, I’ve been on a journey ever since I noticed how frequently I kept seeing GoodReads reviewers and readers mentioning how irritating the latest female protagonist was. It kept showing up frequently that I couldn’t ignore forever that there was a problem. What’s wrong with our heroines that audiences are faster to tear them apart or DNF a book than stick to the end? What are we doing wrong? Was there even something…

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    Issabelle Perry
  • Livestream,  Writing,  Writing Basics

    Let’s Finish that First Draft: Staying Motivated in a Project Ft. Kaytlin Phillips

    June 24, 2024 / 2 Comments

    The post announces Teen Writers' Nook's upcoming summer livestream featuring author Kaytlin Phillips tomorrow at 2 PM EDT. This session will focus on overcoming the struggle of completing the first draft and finding the motivation to stick with one project.

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    Issabelle Perry
  • Katherine's Posts,  Writing

    Retelling vs. Reimagining: Is There a Difference?

    May 31, 2024 / 6 Comments

    Do you love retellings and reimaginings? Perhaps you've thought of writing one yourself. But how do you know if your story idea is a retelling or a reimagining? Today, I'll be discussing if there is a difference between the two and what that difference might be.

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    Katherine
  • Writing Basics

    how to craft deep, emotional prose ✍️ (WITH EXAMPLES) – a guest post by Saraina Whitney

    May 24, 2024 / 5 Comments

    Heya, TWNers! I am SO excited to have one of my favorite bloggers and dearest friends Saraina Whitney featured on Teen Writers’ Nook today! I’ve been wanting to get her on the blog for a while now so this is a real treat! She is bringing some amazing insights in one of the most important aspects of writing: how to craft deep, emotional prose. Before we jump into it, though, I want to let y’all know real quick that I am going to be going LIVE on YouTube TONIGHT at 7 PM Eastern Time. I’ll be having Author Conservatory student and writer Allie Jo Andersen with me so if you have any burning…

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    Issabelle Perry
  • Writing Basics

    Dual POVs: The Pros and Cons of Having More than One Point-of-View

    April 26, 2024 / 12 Comments

    Dual POVs appear commonly in fiction, but there are pros and cons to having one. What may work for one book will only hurt another. If you're considering including a second perspective in your WIP, I have complied a list of the potential benefits as well as some areas to watch out for.

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    Issabelle Perry
  • Characters

    Reanalyzing the Comic Relief Character

    March 16, 2024 / 15 Comments

    Today, I am reflecting on the comic relief character type, recognizing its value in literature while acknowledging nuances distinct from animated films like Disney. I will also propose four tips for effectively writing these characters.

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    Issabelle Perry
  • Guest Posts

    Cultivating an Entrepreneurial Mindset as an Author – Guest Post from Grace A. Johnson

    November 4, 2023 / 12 Comments

    Heya, TWNers! I’m back today with another guest post from the one and only Grace A. Johnson! She truly needs no introduction as she’s practically become something of a TWN legend around here. 😉 Grace is one of my dearest friends AND the publisher who’s giving Don’t Let Me Go and the rest of the Lost Empire series a chance to sit on the shelves! It’s safe to say I wouldn’t be the person or writer that I am today without her support, guidance, love, and encouragement. She’s a wonderful young lady, both inside and out, and I’m SO excited to see where God’s going to take her in the…

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    Issabelle Perry
  • Writing

    How to Balance School and Writing

    September 22, 2023 / 13 Comments

    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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    Issabelle Perry
  • Issabelle's Posts

    My Novel is Going to be… PUBLISHED!!! 😱

    June 23, 2023 / 63 Comments

    I can't believe the chance has finally come for me to do this post! Yep, you read it correctly. The time has come! I'm going to be a PUBLISHED NOVELIST! All the details are featured in today's post!

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    Issabelle Perry
  • Katherine's Posts,  Writing

    Last Name Ideas for Writers (+ survey for my Redbubble shop)

    June 2, 2023 / 16 Comments

    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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    Katherine
  • Katherine's Posts,  Writing

    Girl Name Ideas for Writers

    May 19, 2023 / 37 Comments

    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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    Katherine
  • Guest Posts,  Writing Basics

    Debunking Writer Lies 101 with Natasha Joy

    May 16, 2023 / 15 Comments

    Today TWN features author and blogger Natasha Joy on for a post on debunking writer lies and myths!

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    Issabelle Perry
  • Writing

    Should you only write happy endings? (Three book endings that *almost* made me cry)

    May 5, 2023 / 18 Comments

    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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    Issabelle Perry
  • Katherine's Posts,  Writing

    Boy Name Ideas for Writers

    March 10, 2023 / 12 Comments

    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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    Katherine
  • Write a Book with Me

    Every Author Should Answer This ONE QUESTION Before Writing // Write a Book With Me Episode Two

    January 13, 2023 / 13 Comments

    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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    Issabelle Perry
  • 2022 Teen Writers' Rally

    Author Interview with Melanie Cellier // Teen Writers’ Rally

    December 14, 2022 / 8 Comments

    Join TWN today for an author interview with YA author, Melanie Cellier!!

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    Katherine
  • Write a Book with Me

    Introducing my BRAND-NEW series: Write a Book with Me

    November 22, 2022 / 32 Comments

    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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    Issabelle Perry
  • 2022 Teen Writers' Rally

    Author Interview with Stefanie Lozinski // Teen Writers Rally Day Eleven

    November 3, 2022 / 30 Comments

    For day eleven of the 2022 Teen Writers' Rally join TWN for an interview with indie YA Christian fantasy author, Stefanie Lozinski!

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    Issabelle Perry
  • 2022 Teen Writers' Rally

    From Free-Time to Forever: Encouragement for Writers Seeking the Next Step // Guest Post from Grace A. Johnson

    November 2, 2022 / 25 Comments

    Join Teen Writers' Nook and Grace A. Johnson today for a post filled with encouragement to take the next step in pursuing your writing dreams! Author of the Christian romance Daughters of the Seven Seas Series, Grace Johnson has so much insight, wisdom, and advice to share for day ten of the 2022 Teen Writers' Rally!

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    Issabelle Perry
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