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An Overview of the Self-Publishing Process
Two weeks ago, I gave an overview of the traditional publishing process, and today I'll focus on self-publishing, also called indie publishing. I don't consider myself a self-publishing expert at all, but I did choose indie over traditional for three of my books (both...
GTW Mailbag: How Do I Avoid Preachy?
It's another Go Teen Writers Mailbag! And today we have a heartfelt question surrounding an issue many of us have pondered at one point or another. Charlie asks: Do you have any tips on writing deep, moving scenes in your novel, while avoiding being preachy or cheesy?...
Go Teen Writers Book Club–Chapter One: Tension
Today kicks off the first day of the Go Teen Writers Book Club. I’m so excited to read a craft book with all of you. First, a couple items of business. The winner of a copy of My Day at Disney is Adaline Griffiths. Congrats! Also, I haven’t given you a Jill Report in...
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About Stephanie
Stephanie Morrill writes books about girls who are on an adventure to discover their unique place in the world. She is the author of several contemporary young adult series, as well as two historical young adult novels, The Lost Girl of Astor Street and Within These Lines. Within These Lines was a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard selection, as well as a YALSA 2020 Best Fiction for Young Adults pick. Since 2010, Stephanie has been encouraging the next generation of writers at her website, GoTeenWriters.com, which has been on the Writer’s Digest Best Websites for Writers list since 2017. She lives in the Kansas City area, where she loves plotting big and small adventures to enjoy with her husband and three children. You can connect with Stephanie and learn more about her books at StephanieMorrill.com, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
About Jill
Jill Williamson is a chocolate loving, daydreaming, creator of kingdoms, and the author of several young adult fantasy novels including the Blood of Kings trilogy. She loves teaching about writing. She blogs at goteenwriters.com and also posts writing videos on her YouTube channel and on her Instagram TV channel. Jill is a Whovian, a Photoshop addict, and a recovering fashion design assistant. She grew up in Alaska without running water or electricity and now lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and two kids. Find Jill online at jillwilliamson.com or on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter.