by Carol | Aug 14, 2025 | Creativity and Inspiration, Editing and Writing, Industry Advice
This post breaks down the distinctions between early reader and middle-grade chapter books. Think of these as handy tips rather than hard-and-fast rules—every reader and every book is different. The real goal is to captivate young readers’ imaginations and make the...
by Carol | Apr 22, 2019 | Creativity and Inspiration, Editing and Writing
If you aren’t set on complete silence when you write, having proper background sound can help keep you focused and in a creative mindset. Choices include lyrical music, instrumental music, nature sounds, and even white noise. There are numerous apps and websites...
by Carol | Aug 6, 2025 | Creativity and Inspiration, Editing and Writing
Have you ever wondered why some stories put you right inside a character’s head, while reading others feels like you’re watching a movie from a distant seat? The answer often lies in one of the most fundamental choices a fiction writer makes: Point of View...
by Carol | May 8, 2023 | Editing and Writing
Perspective refers to the narrative approach to storytelling, while point of view (POV) refers to who is telling or narrating a story, be that an unnamed narrator or a POV character. First-person and third-person perspectives are common in fiction, but...
by Carol | Apr 22, 2019 | Creativity and Inspiration, Editing and Writing
A flashback can be a powerfully evocative tool for drawing a reader closer to the story. Often, flashbacks convey vital, plot-driving information to the reader, or they expand the reader’s understanding of a key character. There is, of course, a downside to...
by Carol | Aug 6, 2025 | Creativity and Inspiration, Editing and Writing, Industry Advice
Structure and rhythm each play a vital role in shaping a children’s story, guiding young readers smoothly from page to page and making the experience memorable and fun. Think of structure as the bones of a story and rhythm as the groove that keeps things moving. Kids’...
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