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If you're a teen (or if you have one), you know there aren't many books out there that will guide you in the craft of writing. This isn't one of those books you have to read 45 pages of before you get to the good stuff. I set out to create something that will help you become a better writer while giving you space to keep your stories together.You start with a journal type exercise that's geared toward giving you emotions to draw from as you craft your tales. Then, we move on to creating your characters and diving into the prompts.I gave you one a month. Prompts range from romance to dystopian, so there's soemthing for every writing style.I didn't include anything for poetry, but you're free to do what you wish. This book is yours, after all.There's no focus on spelling or punctuation. This is a book to guide you creatively. Period. There are no world-building exercises. I focused on character-driven stories because I believe your worlds can grow from there.Have fun with it. Write. Be creative and grow.This guide was created by author and editor Jo Michaels.Share your stories with me on Facebook!facebook.com/WriteJoMichaels
This journal provides a year's worth of creative writing prompts designed to foster emotional depth and character development in teen writers. The guide, created by author and editor Jo Michaels, moves beyond basic exercises to offer a structured approach to storytelling, beginning with emotional exploration and character creation before presenting monthly prompts that span genres from romance to dystopian fiction. The focus is strictly on creative guidance, with no emphasis on technical aspects like spelling or punctuation, encouraging writers to develop character-driven narratives.
The book is presented as a practical tool for teen writers seeking creative guidance. Its structure, which prioritizes emotional exploration and character development over technical writing skills, aims to make the writing process accessible and engaging. The author, Jo Michaels, positions it as a resource that helps teens develop their storytelling craft by providing a year's worth of varied prompts. The approach suggests a focus on fostering imagination and narrative voice for a young adult audience.
Page Count:
308
Publication Date:
2015-12-14
Publisher:
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN-10:
1522753877
ISBN-13:
9781522753872
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