Insider Ink Splat:
June 2021
What’s Up At SYI this Month?
INK SPLAT
LIJA FISHER
In our June issue of Inksplat, we have the pleasure of chatting with author Lija Fisher, author of the fantasy middle-grade novel, The Cryptid Catcher. She has some great tips on what to do when your writing momentum gets stuck.
Here’s a peek:
“I usually step away from my computer, go into the mountains, and go for a hike. I just empty my brain.”
WRITING CHALLENGE
create a cryptid
This month we have a really fun and unique writing challenge for you! You will be creating your very own cryptid. A lot of writing comes from truth, and some comes from our imagination. In this writing exercise, create your own cryptid, or ‘hidden animal’ that has yet to be discovered. Where does this mythical animal live? How does it hide? What does it look like and what’s its name? You can use animals and places you know, and also build things from your imagination!
Submit your response HERE and you might be published on our website!
Start a Summer Passion Project
Can you imagine a project that excites you so much that you bounce out of bed in the morning to roll up your sleeves and create?
This summer, we’re inviting you to take on a passion project, one that lights you up in a special way. Watch the video to learn more.
INKLINGS CONNECT
Are you an incoming high school freshman, sophomore, or junior?
If you are, and you've ever dreamed of writing and publishing a book, check out our Spotlight Ink Publishing Program. The next cohort begins in June 2026!
Keep your creativity flowing with our upcoming community events:
Words from an Inkling:
“I never force myself to write. I usually start with a setting or a character and build up a plot based on the setting.”
-Ayana Kadkol, Inklings Book 2020
We want to read your work!
Don’t forget to submit your writing challenge, and you might be published on our blog!
P.S. We’re here for you! You can always email with ideas or questions: info@younginklings.org.