Contains stories and techniques designed to help young writers unleash their creativity, discussing how to get started, where to find ideas, how to overcome writer's block, and other topics.
Jack and Annie are in for an exciting, scary, and sad adventure when the Magic Tree House whisks them back to the decks of the Titanic. Is there anything they can do to help ill - fated ship? Will they be able to save themselves?.
"Divides the creative writing process into five simple steps, from inspiration to publishable story, and includes in-depth treatment of the graphic novel genre with writing prompts"--Provided by publisher.
Provides guidance and ideas for literacy teachers in helping young children write their own fiction and integrating classroom fiction writing and the teaching of reading.
Writer Jane Smiley presents an examination of the novel, including an author's behind the scenes look at novel-writing, including tips on writing, and reviews of over one hundred novels, from "Don Quixote" to "Lolita.".