Tag: Elements of Fiction

7 Great Books From My 2023 Reading List

Sharon reading a book written by one of her clients (Prickly Mrs. Pearl by Colleen Griffin) with desert landsacping in the background. Text that reads: 7 Great Books from My 2023 Reading List

7 Great Books From My 2023 Reading List

Published by Sharon Skinner on January 9, 2024

Here are 7 Great Books From My 2023 Reading List (& Why They Are Excellent Mentor Texts For Writers) In addition to being a…

SUSTAINING A STORY

Published by Sharon Skinner on September 10, 2023

SUSTAINING A STORY First thought: It’s such a clever/great/amazing/fun idea for a story! Second thought: I need to write that down. Third thought: I’ll just…

Love of Language – Part 1: Words, Glorious Words!

Image of happy child in front of curved shelves of books reading and watching magical books fly, expressing a love of language.

Love of Language – Part 1: Words, Glorious Words!

Published by Sharon Skinner on August 4, 2022

A Lifelong Love of Language I am a word nerd and devout bibliophile with a sincere love of language. I have been all my life.…

Coaching KidLit Podcast-Episode 8: Using Source Material

Coaching KidLit Podcast-Episode 8: Using Source Material

Published by Sharon Skinner on July 13, 2022

COACHING KIDLIT EPISODE 8: USING SOURCE MATERIAL SUMMARY: Sharon and Christy discuss source material, challenges with adhering too close to facts, and ways you can…

CONFLICT IS STORY FUEL

Published by Sharon Skinner on June 3, 2022

Whether it’s an earthquake, a car chase, or just a good old fashioned disagreement, conflict is story fuel. Conflict and tension keep the reader glued…