The Magic Words: Writing Great Books for Children and Young Adults

by Cheryl B. Klein

Book Overview

The best children's and young adult novels take readers on wonderful outward adventures and stirring inward journeys. In The Magic Words, editor Cheryl B. Klein guides writers on an enjoyable and practical-minded voyage of their own, from developing a saleable premise for a novel to finding a dream agent. She delves deep into the major elements of fiction--intention, character, plot, and voice--while addressing important topics like diversity, world-building,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 039329224X
• ISBN13: 9780393292244
• Release Date: September 2016
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.1" x 9.1"