by inklings | Jan 15, 2018 | Prompts and Activities
What does it mean to show rather than tell? Honestly, we all know showing is more powerful than telling, but sometimes it’s difficult to sort out which is which in your own writing. In this week’s Facebook live session, we’ll get practical about how to find pesky...
by inklings | Jan 10, 2018 | The Ink Splat
This month, we’re interviewing Lauren Wolk about her book, Beyond the Bright Sea. Lauren talks to us about her writing as a child, how she starts constructing her novels, and the role research plays in writing fiction. Keep reading! As always, we’ve got a writing...
by inklings | Jan 9, 2018 | Prompts and Activities
With words, the possibilities are endless. Join us for this week’s Facebook Live session, where we explore the art of crafting similes and metaphors. How can we choose captivating images to bring our ideas to life in the minds of readers? Whether you’re writing poetry...
by inklings | Jan 3, 2018 | News & Events
This Winter, Society of Young Inklings has some new – and old! – ways for you to take part and sharpen your writing skills. Online Writer’s Circles – Join a small circle of dedicated writers who will encourage, provide specific feedback, and...
by inklings | Dec 28, 2017 | Prompts and Activities
This is part of a series interviewing Society of Young Inklings’ mentors. This week we’re featuring Jena McNealy. Along with being a mentor, Jena is also the managing director of Society of Young Inklings. Tell us two truths and a lie… but...
by inklings | Dec 21, 2017 | Prompts and Activities
This is part of a series interviewing Society of Young Inklings’ mentors. This week we’re featuring Malar Ganapathiappan. Tell us two truths and a lie… but keep us guessing! We’ll save the reveal for the end. I grow my own vegetables. I...
by inklings | Dec 20, 2017 | News & Events
by Naomi Kinsman Which nonprofit has captured your heart this year? Chances are, you have a list! Supporting those meaningful causes may be more simple than you think. What I’ve learned, as founder and Executive Director of Society of Young Inklings, is that...
by inklings | Dec 19, 2017 | Prompts and Activities
Bring the gift of stories into your holiday celebration. In today’s live session, we’ll be telling some holiday stories and also sharing some practical tips for how you can bring storytelling fun into this season. And don’t forget to check out this...
by inklings | Dec 19, 2017 | Prompts and Activities
This is part of a series interviewing Society of Young Inklings’ mentors. This week we’re featuring Jenn Castro. Tell us a truth and a lie… but keep us guessing! We’ll save the reveal for the end. I once hiked 77 miles. I own a second...
by inklings | Dec 15, 2017 | Prompts and Activities
This is part of a series interviewing Society of Young Inklings’ mentors. This week we’re featuring Naomi Kinsman. Along with being a mentor, Naomi is also the founder and executive director of Society of Young Inklings. Tell us two truths and a...
