Thu, 17 May 2012 22:55:53 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.3 http://writing.ie/writers-toolbox/writing-better/writing-for-children-a-young-adults/189-tips-for-writing-for-children-things-i-have-learned.html <p> </p> <p>I think I might enjoy this.</p> <ol> <li><strong>Do not patronise your readers</strong>. Ever. They will not love you for it. They have minds that are open, eager and willing to learn and absorb new facts. They have minds ready for wonder. They will always know more than you give them credit for – so write accordingly.</li> <li><strong>Be truthful</strong>. To yourself and to your readers. It shows. </li> <li><strong>Anything is possible. </strong>This does not contradict 2. Given the freedom with which the minds of the young roam, so too can yours. Do not restrict ... Writing for Children Wed, 13 Apr 2011 14:49:17 +0100 http://writing.ie/writers-toolbox/writing-better/writing-for-children-a-young-adults/17-writing-for-young-adults-tips-from-claire-hennessy.html <p style="text-align: left;">Whether you are a young writer or an older one, the following are invaluable points to think about when writing for what is known in publishing as Young Adult, or the category below that, Tweens. Both areas are rapidly growing market sectors spearheaded by the Harry Potter and Twilight phenomenan.</p> <p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Claire recommends you:</strong></p> <ol style="text-align: left;"> <li> <p>Read lots and lots of young adult/teenage fiction! There are plenty of amazing books out there – and more appearing each year. Don't rely on a vague idea of the field base... Writing for Children Mon, 25 Oct 2010 02:03:02 +0100