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| Stephanie Morrill |
Once upon a time, I was a high school writer who dreamed of being published and had no idea how to go about making that happen.
Because I knew nothing and no one when I started down the road of publication, I'm passionate about sharing what knowledge I've gained with the next generation of writers. That's what Go Teen Writers is all about—honesty, encouragement, and community.
I've written contemporary young adult novels, which you can learn more about on my author website. My latest release is a YA historical mystery titled The Lost Girl of Astor Street. You can connect with me on
Instagram,
Facebook,
Twitter, and
Pinterest.
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| Jill Williamson |
In 2012, Jill Williamson joined me on Go Teen Writers.
She's the Christy-award-winning author of many popular sci-fi and fantasy novels. Her latest series is The Kinsman Chronicles, which you can learn more about on her
author website. You can also f
ind Jill on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.
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| Shannon Dittemore |
In 2014, we added Shannon Dittemore to the mix. Shannon is the author of the Angel Eyes trilogy. She mentors teen writers at a school in California, and we feel very lucky that she shares her wisdom here too! Hang out with Shannon on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and her author website.
We hope you find Go Teen Writers to be a fun and encouraging community!
Hi Stephanie,
ReplyDeleteI love your blog! It's pack-filled with amazing and resourceful tips for teen writers. I hope to some day mentor as many teens as you do.
I'm a teen novelist, too, but am trying to find a home for my YA paranormal, suspense series. In the meantime, while I'm juggling rewrites, etc., I started a blog for teen writers.
Last week, I went to the Write to Publish Conference in IL and took notes on editor needs. I've posted their sites and guidelines at my blog. Many of the editors are looking for teen authors. Would you let your teens know if they're looking for summer writing jobs to check it out?
Also, I'll be blogging about Splickety, a flash fiction magazine, and featuring Ben, their editor. He'll be posting about how to write flash fiction. I thought maybe your teens would like to enter submissions in some of these categories.
Thanks for what you do. I'd love to meet you sometime. WIll you be going to the ACFW in September? Any other conferences?
Best,
Michelle
PS. Here is the link to the editor requests:
http://randomwritingrants.com/2012/06/05/places-to-pitch-in-the-christian-market/
Random Writing Rants
An anonymous person posted this comment, and I accidentally deleted it! Sorry, anonymous, and glad you like Go Teen Writers!:
ReplyDeleteOh My GOSH!!! I've found heaven!!!! :) Thank you thank you thank you!!!! This whole site is exactly what I needed!
Stephanie, awesome blog. I've been checking out some of your articles and appreciate the examples and humor you use. I'm currently shopping a manuscript around but in the meantime it's great to learn new techniques.
ReplyDeleteJill and Stephanie:
ReplyDeleteI am DYING to read your books- I've read the first three chapters of every single one on Amazon and now I am in huge distress, because I am in love with Ellie and Spencer and Palmer and Gabriel and Chase and all I can find are Kindle editions and I don't have a Kindle :((( (Whew, quite a run on sentence there. ;) Are any of your books in hard copy, and where can I get them?
Thanks so much!
-Ana
Hi Anastasia! Yes, all our books are available in paperback form. Because the Ellie books and Jill's Mission League series are with small presses, they can be tough to find in brick-and-mortar stores. You can order the paperback forms on Amazon, though, or request them from your library.
DeleteI turn 12 at the beginning of August. Am I still allowed to enter contests and things like that??? I'm working on a book that I would like to get published soon (like next year soon) and I need a LOT of help. And this blog rocks!! And doing little stories would help.
ReplyDeleteOh, and btw, I like to put a lot about my characters in the beginning of the first chapter... is that bad??? Should I spread it out a little more???
Thanks!
~Abrielle Lindsay~
http://thebooksbooksbookblog.blogspot.com/
Hi,
ReplyDeleteI tried to do another comment, but I don't know if you ever got it (did you?)
Anyway, absolutely LOVE your blog!!! Sooooo happy I found it! ;) I'm working on a book of my own, hopefully to get published sometime between May 2014 - January 2015. (that would be the time i am in america, i live in indonesia)
I'm reading your book, the one about getting published, I LOVE it so far!! Can't wait to get deeper into it!!
Btw, when i write, in the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd paragraph of the book you know a LOT about my main character. Is that too much about her in such a little bit of time???
Oh, and another thing: I'm 12 (well, I'll be 12 next Saturday), can I still do contests and things like that??
Thanks,
Abrielle Lindsay
http://thebooksbooksbookblog.blogspot.com/
hi mrs. stephanie!!
ReplyDeletecan i put the 100 for 100 button on my blog...? is that what were supposed to do??
thx,
abrielle lindsay
http://thebooksbooksbookblog.blogspot.com/
I found this site through a blog a few months ago, and it is such a blessing to me. I love reading your posts; thank you for writing it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI love your book! I have it in print and I have reread it a million times! I hope one day the novel i'm writing can be as famous as some of yours!
ReplyDeleteYay?
Well anyways, i love the book and I just want to say great job on it!
Quick question- I just realized I can get points for getting the book- How would I get those?
Thanks! Bye!
Here are the details for Go Teen Writers rewards: http://goteenwriters.blogspot.com/p/go-teen-writers-rewards.html
DeleteHi Stephanie,
ReplyDeleteDo you ever allow guest posts? I published my book in August and would love to drop by with a few tips! I make videos on YouTube about writing but if you want to know anything about me you can find it at my website or feel free to ask :)
http://mandilynn.com/
Thank you!
~Mandi
Yes, we do guest posts. You can send me an email with your ideas for topics at Stephanie(at)GoTeenWriters.com.
DeleteHi Stephanie and Jill! =) Just finished the book and loved it! It was amazing! I just started a new book blog too so that's fun (http://forthebookish.com/) I read this all the time and check GTW even when I know there's no new post because I'm always updated on bloglovin' and on my email =) Keep blogging, and writing!
ReplyDeleteemily
I will definitely be continuing to read this blog! I am a teenage writer, so this blog definitely applies to me.
ReplyDeleteHi I was wondering what the privacy policy was for signing up for the newsletter
ReplyDeletesorry doesn't matter, I found it.
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing idea! This blog sounds incredible and I am so excited to be a part :) Thank you ladies for taking the time to share your tips and passion with us.
ReplyDelete"Oh Gods... Is this paradise?"
ReplyDeleteHaha... Look at me quoting from my own book... Well it fits this website doncha think? Any to give you my thoughts in a simpler manner, thank you very much for this site, very useful, very encouraging. It helps a lot. Thanks again,
Clara
Hello!
ReplyDeleteYou have no idea how encouraging this has been for me! I am an aspiring author, but only 15 years old. I write over a thousand words a day on my WIP which to be honest, I am in love with. I started this book, though the name is subject to change, "The convergence Chronicles: Book #1 Hiding,Seeking" . Your blog has already helped me get started and I look forward to being able to post up here again saying I am a published author thanks to you!!
Writer and Author to be,
Savannah
Hello! Savannah Again!
ReplyDeleteI have finished my first draft and I am moving on to the revising stage :) I wrote it in one month thanks to you!
Writer and Author to be,
Savannah
Congratulations!
DeleteHi Stephanie,
ReplyDeleteMy name is Anuj Agarwal. I'm Founder of Feedspot.
I would like to personally congratulate you as your blog Go Teen Writers has been selected by our panelist as one of the Top 100 Writing blogs on the web.
http://blog.feedspot.com/2016/01/08/top-100-writing-blogs/
I personally give you a high-five and want to thank you for your contribution to this world. This is the most comprehensive list of top writing blogs on the internet and I’m honoured to have you as part of this!
Best,
Anuj
Thank you! What an honor!
DeleteHi. I'm looking for an online critique group for teen contemporary fantasy writers. Know any?
ReplyDeleteHi, I am new to Go Teen Writers! It is so helpful and informative. :)
ReplyDeleteI noticed that in 2011 you had a writing prompt contest. I was so disappointed that I missed it! Will you have another one sometime?
ReplyDeleteWe hope to do more writing prompt contests in the future, Kailey!
DeleteI am also looking for an online teen writing group something like this but more poetry-based. Do you know of any good ones I could join?
ReplyDeleteI don't know about poetry. The Go Teen Writers Community Facebook group is a great one. You can request to join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/goteenwriters/
DeleteBut then email them at GoTeenWritersCommunity(at)gmail.com to let them know you asked to join so they can add you quicker.
Shannon you are awesome
ReplyDeleteHey thanks!
DeleteHey Stephanie,
ReplyDeleteActually I have got a plot for a novel, and wish to share it personally. so is there an email of yours or something using which I can share my story for suggestions and critique?
I would be pleased to receive a reply.
We wish we had time to critique for individuals, but none of us have room in our schedules right now. Sorry!
Deletehey! i found this blog throuh a friend a few months ago. i love it! i am a young (11) and inexpierienced writer and this website has helped me. thanks!!!!!
ReplyDeleteWe all start young and inexperienced! We're excited to watch you grow.
DeleteI found this blog through Jill Williamson's book about creating worlds, and the second I finished reading one of the posts I knew this was definitely going to be something I would keep reading! Thanks so much for starting this blog, I think it will really help!
ReplyDeleteWe're so glad to have you in our community, Maria!
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