If your writing life has slowed a bit or hit a dead end, consider purchasing some inspirational books for writers.. Often, these gems can become a catalyst to your writing or bring a simmering idea to a boil. Any or all of the following books will be sure to benefit you and your career as a writer.
"How To Write a Children's Book and Get It Published", by Barbara Seuling. Seuling is an accomplished children's writer and book editor. In this work she offers her experiences and advice on the five essential steps to being published. This is a comprehensive look at the children's book categories, developing your ideas, learning the craft, selling your book and how to get out of the proverbial "slush pile". Also included are reading lists, writing organizations for children's writers and editorial services. 1984, Charles Scribner and Sons, $12.95.
"The Way to Write for Children" by Joan Aiken This book gives the reader a comprehensive guide by a well- known children's author, Joan Aiken. The book begins with a brief look at the history of children's literature and motives for writing for children. Aiken believes "...it is the writer's duty too demonstrate to children that the world is not a simple place. Children need to get from the stories they read a sense of their own inner existence and the archetypal links that connect them with the unexplored past." Aiken also covers the writing routine, element of voice, the imaginary reader, important themes in children's literature and how to create dynamic characters. There is a wealth of information in the slim volumn. 1982, St. Martin's Press, $7.95.
"Writing for Children and Teenagers" by Lee Wyndham This book, by the prolific author Lee Wyndham, is one of the best resources on this subject. The first section of the book covers in depth and detail the practical aspects of writing for young people. Some topics included are work habits of writers, how to find ideas, creating characters, heroes and villians, viewpoints and dialogue. Other topics also covered are emotion in your writing, sensory details, conflict, plotting and organization of your book. Section One includes manuscript revision, submissions, marketing and rejections. Part Two covers in depth topics such as researching non-fiction topics, mysteries, plays and the popular hi/lo book. This book is a treasure to any serious writer for children and is a classic. It is often used as a textbook for writing classes. Writer's Diges Books, $14.99.
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