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Are you an aspiring author?
If so, it is time to stop dreaming about publication and start pursuing it.
However, anyone who is serious about a career must first take the necessary time it takes to study and research.
If you are hoping to learn more about the writing craft, you have come to the right place! I love encouraging other writers and sharing what I've learned on the writing craft.
But first, check out the personalized creative writing mentoring program I offer for teen writers.
How to Navigate Today’s Publishing Industry P.1: What’s Your Destination?
- 10 Things You Can Do Now to Make the Most of a Writing Conference Experience
- How to Finish Your Book This Year by Creating Writing Goals
- How to Publish a Book: Beginning Your Writing Journey
- How Publishing a Book is Similar to Climbing a Mountain
- How to Stay Motivated: Setting Goals & Finding Inspiration
- Finding Time, Creating Space
- What I Learned at My First Writing Conference
- How to Lose an Agent in a Day
- Reading Reviews Before Your Book is Published
- 5 Qualities Every Serious Writer Needs to Possess
How to Navigate Today’s Publishing Industry P.1: What’s Your Destination?
- How to Know if You're Ready for a Literary Agent
- How to Publish a Book: Beginning Your Writing Journey
- How Publishing a Book is Similar to Climbing a Mountain
- What I Learned at My First Writing Conference
- How to Lose an Agent in a Day
- Pros & Cons of Signing with a Small Press
Searching for more writing inspiration? Click here!
- Don't Wait for Inspiration to Strike: Good or Bad Advice?
- Prompts to Ask Your Teen Self: Discover Ideas for Your YA Novel
- Preparing to Write Part 1: How to Brainstorm Your Novel
- Preparing to Write Part 2: How to Plan Your Story
- Preparing to Write Part 3: How to Create a Plot Guideline & Outline
- How Do You Plan?
- What to Do When Your Drain Gets Clogged & You Can't Stop Thinking of Ideas
- Stretching the Imagination
- Plotting the "Write" Way: Simple as PB & J
- Chapter One Check-List: How to Begin Your Novel
- 10 Tips For Reading Through the Eyes of a Writer
- Scene Creation P.2: 5 Essentials for the Framework of a Scene
- Scene Creation P.1: The Secret to Writing an Impactful Novel
- The Art of Storytelling P.1: Discover the Story of Your Heart
- The Art of Storytelling P.2: Crafting Memorable & Likable Protagonists
- The Art of Storytelling P.3: The Basics of Plotting
- How to Write a Book in the Simplest Way Possible
- How Important Are "Writing Rules"?
- How to Capture (and Keep) Your Reader's Attention
- Should Our Fiction Be Autobiographical?
- Journaling To Turn Memories Into Scenes
- Can Writing Be Learned?
- Why Readers Close the Book Before Reaching the End
- People & Characters Weren't Meant To Fit Into Boxes
- Allowing Your Imagination to Run Wild
- Journaling: Capturing Moments The “Write” Way
- Show vs. Tell Part 1: Allowing Your Readers To Experience Your Story
- Show vs. Tell Part 2: The Rude Playwright - Dialogue
- Show vs. Tell Part 3: When Telling Isn't The Bad Guy
- The Difference Between Being "Too Preachy" & Staying Within Your Genre
- Taking a Field Trip to Your Setting
- Introducing Supporting Characters 1, 2, 3 & 4
- Book Dissection
- Keeping it Real
- Have You Lost Your Writing Voice?
- Creating Heart-Grabbing Dialogue
- The Difference Between "Preachy" vs. Clean & Clean vs. Real
- Converting Your Imagination into Words
- Painting Your Setting
- Are You a Writer or a Preacher?
- Weaving Songs into Scenes
- Write a Story, Not Words
What is Deep POV, and Why is it Important? - Common Writing Mistakes & How to Avoid Them P.1 - Guest Post by SM Ford
- Common Writing Mistakes & How to Avoid Them P.2 - Guest Post by SM Ford
- Getting Over First Draft Jitters - Guest Post by Katy Kauffman
- How to Choose, Develop, & Research a Setting: Part 1
- How to Create & Maintain a Blog to Build a Readership: Part 1
- How to Create & Maintain a Blog to Build a Readership: Part 2
- Should Aspiring Authors Build a Platform Before Publication?
- How to Glorify God While Promoting Yourself
- How Can an Aspiring Author Build a Platform That Impresses an Agent or Publisher?
9+ Ways to Earn an Income as a Writer: Choosing a Life of Writing - Part 2
- What's Your Purpose Behind Writing Christian Fiction?
- Can Christian Fiction Really Be "Life-Changing"?
- Why Aren’t More Teens Reading YA Christian Fiction, & How Can Authors Change That?
- The Difference Between "Preachy" vs. Clean & Clean vs. Real
- Are You a Writer or a Preacher?
- The Difference Between Being "Too Preachy" & Staying Within Your Genre
- The Power of Storytelling in the Christian Entertainment Industry
- 5 Reasons Why Teens Should Attend a Writer's Conference
- 5 Reasons Teens SHOULDN'T Pursue a Writing Career
- Build Your Own Writing Education in 5 Steps
- 5 Common Mistakes by Teen Writers
- Creative Writing Course and Lessons for Teens
- 10 Teen Authors who Landed Book Deals
- 5 Fun Writing Exercises for Teens to Spark Creativity and Develop Writing Voice
- 5 Pieces of Advice for Teen Writers by Former Teen Author
- How Can Teens Become Published?
- Teen Writers: 5 Ways to Come Across as a Professional in the Industry
- 5 Tips for Teen Writers: Things I Wish I'd Done
- Q&A on Writing, Purple Moon, Publishing, Etc.
- What is it Like Being a Teenage Author?
- How to Become a Teenage Author
- Preparing For Your Publication Journey
- How to Be a Real Teen Writer: Guest Post
- Advantages of Starting a Writing Career at a Young Age: Guest post
- Homeschooling and it's Benefits for Young Writers: Guest post
- Tips For Teen Writers
- Teen Writer's Part 1: Why Wait?
- Teen Writer's Part 2: The Disadvantages
- Teen Writer's Part 3: The Advantages
- The Perks of Being a Teen Writer
- Teen Author Interview with Sophia Whittemore
recommended books and blogs on the writing craft!}
Are you a teen writer?
If so, I'm glad you're here! I began my writing journey at 15-years-old, so I know what it's like to have such a strong desire to pursue writing, yet so many odds against you.
I remember thinking, "If only I had a writing mentor to guide me along this writing journey."
If you've found yourself thinking the same thing, you might be interested in my personalized creative writing program for teens.
Any questions? Contact me!
You can also participate in the writing challenge I post on Mondays that is specifically for teen writers! Click here to join in on the fun. =) A new MMC will be posted when the previous post receives six entries.
{And be sure to see the end of this page for a list of recommended
books and blogs on the writing craft!}
- "Beyond Talent" by John C. Maxwell
- "Breaking Out of a Broken System" by Seth & Chandler Bolt
- "Bridge to Haven" by Francine Rivers
- "Caleb + Kate" by Cindy Martinusen-Coloma
- "Covenant Child" by Terri Blackstock
- "Departures" by Robin Jones Gunn
- "Leaving" by Karen Kingsbury
- "Me, Just Different" by Stephanie Morrill
- "Perfect Glass" Laura Anderson Kurk
- "Praying for Your Future Husband" by Tricia Goyer & Robin Jones Gunn
- "The Prime Way Program" by Caroline George
- "Unlocked" by Karen Kingsbury
"Eden's Escape" by M. Tara Crowl - "Almost There" by Laurel Garver
Blogs on the Writing Craft/Industry:
Books on the Writing Craft/Industry:
Podcasts & Video Tutorials:
- Learn How to Write a Novel
- Sally Apokedak: Literary Agent
- Almost An Author
- My Book Therapy
- Go Teen Writers
- The Other Side of the Story
- Author Jody Hedlund
- The Writer's Alley
- Author Julie Musil
- The Author Roadmap
- Books and Such Literary Agency
- The Write Conversation
- Novel Rocket
- Seekerville
- Chip Macgregor
- ACFW
- Alton Gansky
- She's Novel
Books on the Writing Craft/Industry:
- Conversations With a Writing Coach
- A Novel Idea: Writing Inspirational Fiction
- Go Teen Writers: How to Turn Your First Draft Into a Published Book
- Novel Idea: Story Structure Tips for the Break-Out Novelist
- Revision & Self-Editing for Fiction Writers
- Plot & Structure
- Self-Editing for Fiction Writers
- Writing the Breakout Novel
- The Art of War for Writers
- The Art & Craft of Writing Christian Fiction
- 112 Christian Authors and Publishing Professionals Share Their Best Advice for Novelists
- Getting into Character: Seven Secrets a Novelist Can Learn from Actors
- The Writer's Guide to Psychology
- Firsts in Fiction
- On Writing Well: Classic Guide to Writing Nonfiction
- Spiritual Quests: Art and Craft of Religious Writing
- The Elements of Style
- The Book on Writing
Podcasts & Video Tutorials:
Questions? Contact me!
Thank you for these resources, Tessa!
ReplyDeleteThese resources are fantastic. Thanks so much.
ReplyDeleteNo problem! Glad you find them helpful.
DeleteHi Tessa! You're still doing MMC, I hope! I have been way too busy lately, but I'm ready to start again! PLEASE don't stop doing it! My friends and I like to do it as a project together, Natalie and Christine! PLEASE DON"T STOP!
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