by inklings | Jun 18, 2018 | Prompts and Activities
Recently, one of our Inklings asked an excellent question: “How do I make my characters each sound like individual people?” Finding the voice of each individual character is both challenging and fun. Today, on our live session, we’re going to play...
by inklings | Jun 12, 2018 | Prompts and Activities
It’s summertime, and you may be considering writing something, just for fun. You take out your notebook, your favorite pen, find your cozy writing corner, and … nothing. If the ideas aren’t flowing, the blank white page can be the opposite of fun....
by inklings | Jun 11, 2018 | The Ink Splat
This month, we talk to award-winning author Angela Johnson. She shares with us her journey through writing different genres and the importance of reading. As always, we’ve got a writing challenge for you, a fantastic interview, and some updates about Society of...
by inklings | Jun 4, 2018 | Prompts and Activities
How can you stick to your writing goals this summer? Many of our Inklings find that having a writing friend or group of writing friends is part of what keeps them pushing forward. Whether you choose to work with a writing partner or a writing club, whether you choose...
by inklings | May 21, 2018 | Prompts and Activities
Unless you’re writing flash fiction, your writing project is likely to require patience and perseverance. And if you’re like most writers, sticking with the process through the murky middle can be difficult. How can you set goals that work for you, stick...
by inklings | May 14, 2018 | Prompts and Activities
You’ve heard people say that the best way for writers to improve is to read, read, read. It’s true! When writers read, we soak up strategies and skills that can only improve our writing. If you want to supercharge that growth, why not get intentional about...
by inklings | May 14, 2018 | The Ink Splat
This month, we talk to award-winning author Erin Entrada Kelly. She talks to us about the value of characters, her preferred method for writing first drafts, and what she hopes you’ll take away from Hello, Universe. Keep reading! As always, we’ve got a...
by inklings | May 8, 2018 | News & Events, Parent Corner
You’ve noticed your child has a knack for writing. How can you provide her with guidance, support, and an outlet? How do you know if a mentorship is right for him now or in the future? The truth about what will help your child now, and what he or she...
by inklings | May 7, 2018 | News & Events
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by inklings | May 7, 2018 | Prompts and Activities
When you compare your first inkling of an idea to someone’s finished book, you’re likely to feel discouraged. Ideas are flighty, feathery, and to be treasured. Instead of judging your ideas, why not play around with them a bit and see where they might take...
