Goodreads asked Alison Grunwald:

What’s your advice for aspiring writers?

Alison Grunwald This is a question I find lots of children ask me. The answer is to believe in your idea and simply WRITE.
I suspect that many people, young and more venerable, lack self-belief and the confidence to show other people what they can do. You may feel afraid that what you are writing isn't any good. Believe me, we all feel like this sometimes!
So join a writing group if you can - there are lots around. There are helpful organisations and internet support groups.
Children, find someone you like, who enjoys reading stories and ask them to have a look at your writing and give you feedback. Don't be hurt and offended by constructive criticism (when suggestions are made for changing something). All writers, certainly I, need guidance and must accept that things can be improved. This is healthy and helpful.
Keep going and don't give up whatever you do. We all have something to say which is unique and there are people who just can't wait to read about what YOU have written.

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