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A plot notebook is a safeguard for anyone who wants to write a novel; it ensures that no important scene or plot point will be forgotten.

The range of ages and topics on offer tempts many writers to try writing a children's book. Savvy writers will research the children's writing field before starting.

Want to be a writer? Think like one, talk like one...and stock up the bookshelf like one. Use the right tools for the writer job, and learn what's on a writer's bookshelf

Find creative writing worksheets and printable writing prompts. Learn where to go to download free printable book report forms and writing journals from free printables.

Develop a writing method, stay motivated, and draw inspiration for writing.

Book reviews are relatively short personal evaluations. Unlike lenghty book summaries, a good book review gives a sense of the work without giving away the ending.

A writer has an idea for a children's book. But where does he begin? The article offers seven tips on writing for children.

It's all in a name. Your book's title has more than one function. Besides identifying your story, the title of a book has to attract attention and create interest.

One of the key characteristics of the world of university lecturers and researchers is peer review. One way this is done is through the publication of book reviews.

The publishing world's best kept secret is how little money most writers make from their books. Many writers are now selling their work as E-books and making a profit.

Writing a children's picture book can be a challenge for writers, but storyboards and book dummies can help authors to create a book that kids (and editors) will love.

There comes a time when every writer stares at a blank screen and asks, "What am I going to write about?"

To write an appealing (and marketable) children's picture book, writers need to have a good sense of how text and illustrations work together.

Visiting the local bookstore will garner a few travel writing books, but here are some specialty travel writing books that can be ordered from online booksellers.

People buy non-fiction books to learn about experiences and skills, whereas they buy fiction for entertainment.

Can writers plot a story based on their own children? The answer is 'yes', but authors need to choose just the right details for a credible character.

Why a book review is more than writing a summary. Covers how to write a fiction or nonfiction book review with extra tips!

Children's writer Sharon Siamon shares advice on what makes a good series for tweens, story ideas, and planning fresh plots in children's books.

There are a number of different ways that children’s authors get their stories out of their heads and on to paper. Here is the second method.

Comic book and television writer Adam Beechen talks about the differences between comic book writing and writing for animated cartoons.

Many people at some point in their lives decide they want to write a novel. Others make it their life goal. Here are some how-to's to fulfill that goal

Even after blocking off time to write and finding someone to hold them accountable, many first-time writers still never see the finish line.

A book that shows you how to write a book proposal that sells.

Tips on carving time out of a busy schedule to write your novel now.

So you want to try writing a book for children. But it all seems so overwhelming. Where do you start?

Dr Seuss was a creative genius. What can we learn from him about the craft of writing books for children?

By developing a focused theme and setting, or a character-driven message, you can develop a memorable short story many people would both understand and entirely enjoy.

E-books are one of the most popular means of marketing online. However, there are several notions about e-books which are in reality myths.

Writing for children requires a deep understanding of ageless childhood concerns along with up-to-date knowledge of how kids speak and what their present world contains.

Virginia Lowe, founder of "Create a Kids' Book", explains the advantages of doing a short course in writing for children, and gives tips on how to write for kids.

Want to know how to get a nonfiction book published? You need to write the nonfiction book proposal.

Author Selene Castrovilla shares her experience and advice on writing YA novels, creating characters, developing voice, and using profanity in young adult literature.

Every writer has the occasional, or frequent, abandoned writing project. What are the options for dealing with unfinished writing?

Cathy Cassidy talks about how she writes her fiction for girls.

Analyzing a book to find techniques that work requires more than just enjoying the story. Here are tips to find real-life applications of all the advice for write

People write for several different reasons, and it's important for readers to understand the author's purpose for writing what they are reading.

The boss character archetype is the person who wants to run the show. When writing fiction, this is the character who tells everyone else what to do.

Most authors look upon writing a synopsis as a necessary evil in the manuscript publishing process. They tend to overlook the value of the unpolished 'working synopsis'.

Many writers use HTML or PDF compilers to write an electronic book, or EBooks. Finding just the right compiler to fit a writer's needs, can be a daunting task.

A great opening will pull readers into your novel and not let them put it down. Here are ways to develop problems, questions and "uh-ohs" in your first lines.

The Best American Essays 2007 is a primer for essay writers and essay readers alike, with a variety of topics and writing styles.

Follow these nine hints to ensure your career as a writer is successful

A practical class in making a passage from your children's story more exciting to read.

Writing a values based short story for children is harder than it seems. This article, the second of two, outlines some things you can do to ensure success.

A practical class in creating strong, well-developed characters that draw readers into your story.

Quotes about writers, writing, books and reading are useful for library noticeboards, bookstore promotional posters and catalogues or inclusion on book-related websites.

'Show don't tell' is one of the most popular pieces of advice given to learner writers. This article teaches practical ways to do just this.

Writers are often told 'Show Don't Tell.' This article teaches ways to achieve this through writing dialogue.

How-to and instruction books are an important part of the non-fiction book market. With so much competition, it is important to organize them for your readers' benefit.

Gentle or adventurous? Poetry or prose? These tips on writing picture books will help you be successful.