Using examples from classic and contemporary sources, Nancy Lamb explores all the key elements of children's storytelling, from point of view to structure to plotting and pacing.

Taking a hands-on approach, Lamb uses worksheets, exercises, and checklists to show writers how to capture and keep a young reader's attention, whether the topic is fact or fiction.

* The newest addition to the Write for Kids Library!
* Unique topic--focuses specifically on storytelling and structure
* In-depth instruction features checklists, exercises and quotes from the pros
* Lively design--open and inviting, easy to browse, with recurring icons and illustrations throughout

The Writers Guide to Crafting Stories for Children

FROM THE PUBLISHER

The Writer's Guide to Crafting Stories for Children offers detailed information and an in-depth examination of storytelling and story structure. Books on writing for children sell exceedingly well, so it's surprising that no other book focuses on this important aspect of the craft. Using examples from classic and contemporary sources, Nancy Lamb explores all the key elements of children's storytelling, from point of view to structure to plotting and pacing. Taking a hands-on approach, Lamb uses worksheets, exercises, and checklists to show writers how to capture and keep a young reader's attention, whether the topic is fact or fiction.Nancy Lamb has published more than 40 books for children and adults, including the award-winning One April Morning: Children Remember the Oklahoma City Bombing. She is an editor as well as a writer and a faculty member of the Big Sur Writer's Workshop. Lamb lives in Venice, California. * The newest addition to the Write for Kids Library! * Unique topic—focuses specifically on storytelling and structure * In-depth instruction features checklists, exercises and quotes from the pros * Lively design—open and inviting, easy to browse, with recurring icons and illustrations throughout

SYNOPSIS

Lamb, the author of some 40 books for children and adults, provides insights on the processes of storytelling: from finding inspiration to structuring a tale to creating memorable characters. She uses examples from many classic children's stories to instruct would-be writers in elements such as plot, subplot, point of view, scene-setting, beginnings and endings, inner and outer dialogue, and themes and morals. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)