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Item specifics
- Condition
- Brand New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
- ISBN
- 9781877673818
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Prufrock Press
ISBN-10
1877673811
ISBN-13
9781877673818
eBay Product ID (ePID)
65899782
Product Key Features
Book Title
Seize the Story : a Handbook for Teens Who like to Write
Number of Pages
208 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2008
Topic
Language Arts / Composition & Creative Writing, Humor / Comic Strips & Cartoons, Fantasy & Magic, Action & Adventure / General, General
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Juvenile Fiction, Juvenile Nonfiction
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
16.9 Oz
Item Length
10 in
Item Width
7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Young Adult Audience
LCCN
2008-921084
Reviews
"Filled to the brim with inspiration and information . . . a valuable resource for aspiring writers of all ages." -Children's Literature, "Hanley's characters are heroic and vulnerable, smart and hot-blooded. The romance rings true and the action sings with excitement." -Publisher's Weekly, "An amazing book about creative writing for teenagers and young adults who are developing voices and visions . . . an invaluable resource not only for young writers but for all writers." -National Association of Gifted Children Newsletter, A finalist for the 2009 Colorado Book Award, with the winner to be announced at the Aspen Summer Words Literary Festival, "Capturing readers' attention from the very first page, this book is an excellent resource for both teenagers and their teachers." -School Library Journal, "An amazing book about creative writing for teenagers and young adults who are developing voices and visions . . . an invaluable resource not only for young writers but for all writers." -- National Association of Gifted Children Newsletter, "Hanley pulls off the cleverly constructed plot of her novel with cinematic panache. . . an impressive debut." -Kirkus, "Hanley pulls off the cleverly constructed plot of her novel with cinematic panache. . .an impressive debut." -Kirkus, "Filled to the brim with inspiration and information . . . a valuable resource for aspiring writers of all ages." --Children's Literature, "Capturing readers' attention from the very first page, this book is an excellent resource for both teenagers and their teachers." -- School Library Journal, "This is a fast-paced, well-written fantasy in which adventure and suspense take center stage, with just a touch of romance for good measure." -School Library Journal, "What appears to be yet another run-of-the-mill fantasy story turns out to be quite a gripping tale of loyalty, treachery, fortitude, a search for truth, and love." -The School Librarian(UK), "Filled to the brim with inspiration and information." -Children's Literature Comprehensive Database, Winner of the Silver Award in the 2009 PUBWest Book Design Awards competition (children's/young adult book non-illustrated category)
Dewey Edition
22
Grade From
Seventh Grade
Grade To
Twelfth Grade
Dewey Decimal
808.02083
Synopsis
Do you wish you had a published writer's secrets at your fingertips, ready to help you achieve your goals of publication, success, and the chance to be the next great teen writer? In Seize the Story: A Handbook for Teens Who Like to Write , Victoria Hanley, award-winning author of young adult fiction, spills the secrets for bringing action, adventure, humor, and drama to stories. All of the elements of fiction, from creating believable dialogue to exciting plots, are laid out clearly and illustrated with examples taken straight from story excerpts by excellent writers. The book is packed with writing exercises designed to encourage teens to tell the stories that are theirs alone. In addition, other published authors of young adult literature share their insights about the writing life. Teens can gain firsthand advice from accomplished writers T. A. Barron, Joan Bauer, Hilari Bell, Chris Crutcher, David Lubar, Lauren Myracle, Todd Mitchell, Nancy Garden, and many more. Grades 7-12, Do you wish you had a published writer's secrets at your fingertips, ready to help you achieve your goals of publication, success, and the chance to be the next great teen writer? In Seize the Story: A Handbook for Teens Who Like to Write, Victoria Hanley, award-winning author of young adult fiction, spills the secrets for bringing action, adventure, humor, and drama to stories. All of the elements of fiction, from creating believable dialogue to exciting plots, are laid out clearly and illustrated with examples taken straight from story excerpts by excellent writers. The book is packed with writing exercises designed to encourage teens to tell the stories that are theirs alone. In addition, other published authors of young adult literature share their insights about the writing life. Teens can gain firsthand advice from accomplished writers T. A. Barron, Joan Bauer, Hilari Bell, Chris Crutcher, David Lubar, Lauren Myracle, Todd Mitchell, Nancy Garden, and many more., Do you wish you had a published writer's secrets at your fingertips, ready to help you achieve your goals of publication, success, and the chance to be the next great teen writer? In Seize the Story: A Handbook for Teens Who Like to Write, Victoria Hanley, award-winning author of young adult fiction, spills the secrets for bringing action, adventure, humor, and drama to stories. All of the elements of fiction, from creating believable dialogue to exciting plots,are laid out clearly and illustrated with examples taken straight from story excerpts by excellent writers. The book is packed with writing exercises designed to encourage teens to tell the stories that are theirs alone. In addition, other published authors of young adult literature share their insights about the writing life. Teens can gain firsthand advice from accomplished writers T. A. Barron, Joan Bauer, Hilari Bell, Chris Crutcher, David Lubar, Lauren Myracle, Todd Mitchell, Nancy Garden, and many more.
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