Thinking Like a Writer

by Lou Willett Stanek

Shows how to develop characters, write vivid descriptions, invent names for characters, turn everyday experiences into story material, and avoid common fiction-writing mistakes

Genres: Writing, Nonfiction

108 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1994

Reviews

[Lori · Rating 4 out of 5]

A world (or two) of information in a quick, easy-to-read book. Perfect for the young teen or pre-teen writer or a teacher hoping to help young writers. The book includes helpful tips, ideas for topic ranging from grammar to characters to setting. Each chapter has writing exercises related to the topic to help reinforce the learning.

[Katie J Schwartz · Rating 4 out of 5]

Perfect for kids in the 4th-6th grade range...I wore my copy's pages thin after I first read it, and I still use some of the prompts and suggestions.

[Heidi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent book and resource for teaching creative writing to children.