Self-Publishing 101: How to Write a Fiction Novel. Reserve Your Spot!
When it comes to publishing, there are two basic schools of thought: traditional and independent. As you wrap up your manuscript revisions, you’re likely starting to think about how you want to share your story with the world. I wanted to take control of my YA book’s journey, so I went the self-publishing route, choosing…
Teens have a lot going on in their lives. Sure, they likely haven’t started their career nor own a house, or (hopefully) aren’t raising children yet, but it’s a massive stage in life. Our teenage years start to see us shaped into the adults we will likely become as we navigate complex emotions, commit to…
I’ve been writing a lot lately about all the good components of writing a young adult (YA) novel. But if you’re going to learn how to write quality YA content, then it’s essential to consider the pitfalls in the process. There’s no way your book will sell if you fall into writing traps, so let’s…
There is a particular recipe for writing young adult fiction and non-fiction. That’s not to say they’re formulaic, but that there are specific components you as an author need to include for your novel to be categorically young adult (YA). My last blog covered everything you should include, but certain elements appear more often than…
When I began writing Getting By, I didn’t immediately decide on a genre, as I simply wanted to write a story centering on the experience of a male high school student. But in time, it became clear that Getting By was a Young Adult (YA) story because of its elements. So, if you’re planning on…
Before writing young adult (YA) fiction, I was reading it, but only if I had to for school. I didn’t aspire to become an author and didn’t initially care for reading recreationally. But that eventually changed, and I was inspired. Because I felt there was a story missing from the world, with characters people like…