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A post that’s kinda-but-not-really about pitch sheets
Last week when I talked about meeting with agents and editors, I said I would talk about pitch sheets ... and then I didn't. I gave this a lot thought and decided I wasn't sure how beneficial it would be for you guys. I'll explain what they are, and if you're headed...
Answering the question, “What’s your story about?”
If you and I are having a face-to-face conversation, and you're kind enough to say to me, "What's your story about?" you will likely be met with a groan and some jibber jabber about a girl who is in high school and having a rough go of it. Oh, and there's some boy...
Dealing with Unnecessary Characters
A reminder that your writing prompts are due by 11:59 tonight. Click here for details.A writer emailed me to ask, "How do you handle it when you have a secondary character who makes your story seem complete, but also seems superfluous. You know, when his/her...
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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.