Making It Up as You Go Along

Learn how to write stories from Laureate na nÓg (Ireland's children's literature laureate) and bestselling author of The Wordsmith, Patricia Forde Do you love stories? Have you ever tried making up your own? Stretch your creative muscles and learn how to devise twisty plots, create brilliant characters and build spectacular new worlds. This book contains the nuts and bolts of creative writing with prompts, tips and tricks to spark young authors’ imaginations. Join children’s laureate Patricia Forde, illustrator Mary Murphy and their writer pals to discover how to make it up as you go along. Learn how to write stories from Laureate na nÓg (Ireland's children's literature laureate) and bestselling author of The Wordsmith, Patricia Forde. In this fun and practical illustrated guide, young writers can learn from some of Ireland's most beloved authors, including Eoin Colfer (Artemis Fowl) Catherine Doyle (Twin Crowns), Pádraig Kenny (Stitch) and Derek Landy (Skullduggery Pleasant), and discover how to: Find inspiration to start your story Craft and develop twisty plots Create brilliant characters Build spectacular new worlds Also includes imaginative exercises, accessible explanations of writing terms and engaging illustrations by beloved Irish artist Mary Murphy.