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11-25-21-ICL- Time Management for Writers

Who Has the Time? 4 Time Management Tips for Writers | IFW

Writing for Children BlogBy Kelli PaniqueNovember 22, 20217 Comments

Life is settling into the new normal, which is different from the old normal and not without extra dollops of stress. With this new normal, we need to take a new look at time management for writers if we want to get back to writing.

11-18-21a-ICL- Writing Middle Grade Dialogue

Writing Great Middle Grade Dialogue

Writing for Children BlogBy Kelli PaniqueNovember 18, 20211 Comment

Because dialogue is an essential element of any book, it’s worthwhile to take a specific look at writing great middle grade dialogue.

11-11-21-ICL- Middle Grade Characters

Middle Grade Characters: Beyond Likability | IFW

Writing for Children BlogBy Kelli PaniqueNovember 11, 20213 Comments

Let’s look at the complex middle grade characters who aren’t really likable, and how they can play a part in grabbing the reader and holding on.

Writing for Middle Grade

Writing for Middle Grade: An Essential Primer | IFW

Writing for Children BlogBy Kelli PaniqueNovember 3, 20211 Comment

Middle grade books are seeing an awakening in the publishing world. What you need to know when writing for middle grade.

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1st Place: THE ONLY HOUSE

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1st Place: IF MY TEACHER WERE AN OCTOPUS

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1st Place: STORY OF A TAINO YOUTH: THE ENEMY APPROACHES

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