Writing for YA
Interview with Contemporary YA Author Michelle Dykman
Young adult author Michelle Dykman isn’t afraid to tackle tough subject in her young adult novels. Her three book…
April 27, 2024-
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Writing for YA
Planning a Novel Series: Interview with YA Fantasy Author V. Romas Burton
V. Romas Burton is the author of two fantasy series, Heartmaker and The Legacy Chapters. Her latest release, Justified,…
March 27, 2024 -
Writing for YA
Tell Me Again, Why Do We do This Writing Thing?
My thoughts are still marinating on the past year. I’m ticking off half-done accomplishments and not-so-successful projects. This type…
January 27, 2024 -
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Interruption of Plans or Ordained Opportunity
It’s the end of December, and for me, that means it’s time to pull out a fresh, ginormous, old-fashioned…
December 27, 2023 -
Writing for YA
How to Avoid Writing a Contrived Plot
I’ve been working on a story, and was a bit concerned my ending felt contrived. In my critique group,…
November 27, 2023 -
Writing for YA
How and Why to Host Giveaways: Interview with Ya Author Callie Thomas
We all know marketing is a must. One of the tools authors can use to gain traction is hosting…
September 27, 2023 -
Writing for YA
Writing Characters Readers Connect With Part Two
Last time we talked about some ways to write a character that evokes a deep connection with the reader.…
August 27, 2023 -
Writing for YA
Five Things You Must Do To Reach Teen Readers
Sometimes it’s hard to remember all the emotions, feelings, and concerns that young teens have. Times change, attitudes change,…
July 27, 2023 -
Writing for YA
Writing Characters Readers Connect With Part One
Have you ever gotten a rejection letter that goes something like the following? I loved your story premise, but…
June 27, 2023 -
Writing for YA
Talking About Microfiction with Sci-Fi YA Author Sophia Hanson
Today I’m talking with Sci-Fi YA author and fellow columnist here on Almost an Author, Sophia Hanson, about microfiction.…
May 27, 2023 -
Writing for YA
Passive NOT passive
Note from Donna Jo: The topic of critique pet peeves came up during a conversation in my weekly writing…
April 28, 2023 -
Writing for YA
Interview with Author Marie Sontag: Tips for Author Visits
For young adult authors one of the ways to connect with readers is through school visits. I asked Author…
March 27, 2023 -
Writing for YA
How To Reclaim Writing Motivation
Slogging away for weeks, months, or years on a project can be discouraging. Writing requires self-discipline, but is that…
February 27, 2023 -
Writing for YA
When Writing Goals and Reality Collide
Beginning a new year tends to motivate people to get organized, start new projects, or finish ones they’ve ignored…
January 27, 2023 -
Writing for YA
Details, Details: How to Write a Rich Setting for Your Story
It’s incredibly exciting to have a new story idea. The characters develop in our mind and seem to be…
December 27, 2022 -
Writing for YA
Is Your Historical Novel YA or Adult Coming of Age
How do you know if you’ve written a young adult novel or an adult coming of age? What about…
September 27, 2022 -
Writing for YA
How to Write the Opening Scene: Infusing Emotional Connection From Page One
I had a conversation recently with one of my writing friends. She wanted to talk about how to infuse…
July 27, 2022 -
Writing for YA
Why Writers Should Keep a Travel Journal
Travel diaries can enrich your writing. New experiences can be a treasure trove of ideas. When something unique happens,…
June 30, 2022 -
Writing for YA
What I Learned by Writing for Anthologies
I’ve had two types of experience with anthologies. My first experience with contributing to an anthology was simple. I…
May 27, 2022 -
Writing for YA
What I Learned by Being on a Pub Board
I was flattered to be asked to serve as a pub board member for a small publisher. I’m no…
April 27, 2022 -
Writing for YA
Writing a Sequel
Guest Post by YA Author Melody Personette I’ve never been very good at writing sequels. They’ve always given me…
February 27, 2022 -
Writing for YA
Using Kindle Vella: Interview with Historical YA Author Stephanie Daniels
Amazon launched Vella this past month! Kindle Vella story episodes can be read in the Kindle for iOS app…
September 27, 2021 -
Writing for YA
Interview with Olivia Smit: Reading Advice for YA Authors
Young Adult author Olivia Smit just released her newest contemporary, Hearing Lies. She’s also is in my crit group,…
August 27, 2021 -
Writing for YA
Avoiding Preachy Prose
Much young adult fiction today deals with contemporary issues and is a reflection of the times. Authors have important…
May 27, 2021 -
Writing for YA
Writing a First Novel: Creating Characters
In past blog posts, I’ve written about choosing a genre, story premise, and GMC. A key element of any…
April 27, 2021
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