Anyone who has ever tried to write knows that sometimes it's difficult to get the words flowing. But by following the encouraging advice and cool activities inside this book and the business of writing will become not only easier, but a whole lot of fun. First, gab a pen - because there are plenty of blank spaces inside the book for you to write your ideas. Then, try plotting a storyline based on a rollercoaster - interviewing imaginary characters, composing a story ripped from the headlines, and using the amazing "So What? What Else?" revising method to review your writing. As you practice with these activities, you will find your writing is cleaner and clearer and all your stories will be better. A new and unique guide to creative writing that is not only instructive but irresistible fun. Collaborative activities and brainstorming techniques plant creative seeds that lead to better writing, editing skills, and audience appreciation.

 

There are 128 pages in this book. This book was published 2005 by Lark Books, U. S. .

Joe Rhatigan is a writer and editor who lives with his wife and children in Asheville, North Carolina. He has written more than 40 acclaimed and award-winning books for children including White House Kids , Alice in Wonderland: Down the Rabbit Hole , and People You Gotta Meet Before You Grow Up! Veronika Gunter is an Associate Editor of Children's Books for Lark Books and currently lives in Asheville, North Carolina. She is the co-author of numerous kids' books and she grew up on a farm with lots of animal friends. Rain Newcomb has taught craft classes for kids and wrote for a magazine for girls. She is the Associate Editor of Children's Books for Lark Books and currently lives in Asheville, North Carolina. She is the co-author of numerous kids' books and spends some of her free time adventuring with her pet poodle.