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Making It Up as You Go Along: A Children’s Guide to Writing Stories

Making It Up as You Go Along: A Children’s Guide to Writing Stories


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Learn how to write stories from Laureate na nÓg (Ireland's children's literature laureate) and bestselling author of The Wordsmith, Patricia Forde. In this fun and practical illustrated guide, young writers can learn from some of Ireland's most beloved authors, including Eoin Colfer (Artemis Fowl) Catherine Doyle (Twin Crowns), Pádraig Kenny (Stitch) and Derek Landy (Skullduggery Pleasant), and discover how to: Find inspiration to start your story Craft and develop twisty plots Create brilliant characters Build spectacular new worlds Also includes imaginative exercises, accessible explanations of writing terms and engaging illustrations by beloved Irish artist Mary Murphy.

About the Author :
PATRICIA FORDE lives in Galway. She has published many books for children, in Irish and in English. She writes for all ages from picture books to books for young teenagers. In another life, she was a primary school teacher and the artistic director of Galway Arts Festival. Two of her novels with Little Island: The Wordsmith and Mother Tongue, are Library Association of America Notable Books for Children, and were awarded White Raven awards by the International Youth Library. She is currently Laureate na nÓg. (2023-2026) MARY MURPHY’s first book, I Like it When…, was published with Egmont in 1997. Since then she has written and illustrated about 50 books, mainly bright, strong books for preschoolers. Her first novel, The Minute Minders, was published by Pushkin Press in 2024. 

Review :
'For all young readers with big imaginations and ambitions of being an author, this book is gateway to their dreams.' 'The book is especially valuable because it offers readers a springboard to understanding how the various elements of narratives work—Forde introduces point of view, voice, protagonist, conflict, arc, tone, exposition, motive, and much more. Murphy’s clever spot-art vignettes, depicting children with different skin tones and abilities, and diagrams clarifying the writing principles add energy and humor and helpfully present the material. The friendly voice, useful strategies, and excellent advice make this a valuable and accessible resource. Entertaining, comprehensive, and encouraging; for anyone who’s curious about how stories work.' 'Full of useful and practical tips, from how to write comedy to how to write a cracking mystery story. Each section has striking illustrations by Mary Murphy and the book is designed with great care and attention.'


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781915071903
  • Publisher: Little Island
  • Publisher Imprint: Little Island
  • Height: 210 mm
  • No of Pages: 296
  • Sub Title: A Children’s Guide to Writing Stories
  • ISBN-10: 1915071909
  • Publisher Date: 01 Oct 2025
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Width: 148 mm


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