Review of Plottr for Middle Grade Authors

Unveiling the Power of Organization: A Review of Plottr for Authors In the dynamic world of writing, where creativity intertwines with structure, authors often seek tools that seamlessly blend the two. One such gem in the realm of writing software is Plottr. As an author of middle-grade books with a penchant for spooky classics, I recently delved into this tool, and today, I'm excited to share my insights in this review of Plottr. This is the fourth installment in the PurdyBooks series of Writing Tools for Middle Grade Authors. These are unsolicited and uncompensated reviews of my favorite tools for prewriting, writing and editing/revising my own middle grade fiction. Plottr is a Wonderful Tool for Middle Grade Authors 5 Reasons Why I Love Using Plottr Writing can be difficult. PurdyBooks helps authors find short cuts to publishing. User-Friendly Interface: Plottr boasts a user-friendly interface that caters to both seasoned authors and those just starting their literary journey. Its intuitive design allows for easy navigation, ensuring that writers can focus on the creative process without grappling with a steep learning curve. Plot Organization Made Effortless: For an author crafting a series of books for teens and tweens, maintaining consistency and coherence across multiple volumes is paramount. Plottr rises to the occasion by offering a robust organizational structure. The tool enables you to outline plot points, character arcs, and settings effortlessly, providing a comprehensive overview of your narrative landscape. Agent Submission Assistance: For authors seeking representation, the journey begins with compelling agent submissions. Plottr aids in this crucial step by helping you craft well-organized and engaging synopses. Its features streamline the process of condensing your narrative into a concise yet captivating description, a valuable asset when vying for the attention of literary agents. Crafting Irresistible Book Descriptions: Capturing the essence of your middle-grade fiction and non-fiction is vital for attracting readers…

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Scapple Review for Writers of Middle Grade Books

Scapple Review for Writers Our favorite prewriting tool for writers of middle grade books is Scapple, from the makers of Scrivener. Scapple is both a free-flow brainstorming tool as well as a fun way to visually organize the plot line of your novels. The two most appealing characteristics of Scapple are its affordable price and ease of use. It is an especially useful tool for writers who are visually oriented. Scapple makes a great starting platform to get your ideas in order before moving on to either more planning (for plotters) or the first draft (pantsers) of your next bestselling book. BTW, PurdyBooks does not receive any sort of remuneration for this writing tools review. Scapple Helps Writers Organize Their Plot Scapple: A Must-Have Tool for Middle-Grade Authors Helpful Information About Middle Grades Reading/Literacy As authors of middle-grade books, we understand the delicate balance between nurturing creativity and maintaining organization. In the world of literary creation, where imagination runs wild and ideas flow freely, finding the right tool to capture and connect these thoughts is crucial. Enter Scapple – a versatile and powerful tool that can revolutionize the way you approach the writing process.1. Mind Mapping MagicAt the heart of Scapple is its mind mapping feature. For middle-grade authors whose stories often weave intricate plots and diverse characters, mind mapping becomes an indispensable asset. Scapple provides a virtual canvas where ideas can be visually represented, connected, and expanded upon. Whether you're brainstorming plot twists, character relationships, or spooky settings inspired by classic novels, Scapple allows you to bring your creative thoughts to life in an organized and visually appealing way.2. Seamless Integration with Writing WorkflowOne of the standout features of Scapple is its seamless integration with other writing tools. As authors working on a series for teens and tweens, streamlining your workflow is paramount. Scapple effortlessly syncs…

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Scrivener Review for Authors of Middle Grades Literature

Scrivener Review for authors This Scrivener Review for Authors of Middle Grades Literature is part of PurdyBooks' writing tools for middle grade authors series. In this post, we'll take a look at Scrivener and explain why it is one of our top seven favorite writing tools. In our series, we ONLY feature the tools that we actually use on a daily basis. In other words, these are writing applications that we have found to be extremely helpful and worth purchasing for authors of middle grades books. Scrivener describes themselves as, "... the go-to app for writers of all kinds, used every day by best-selling novelists, screenwriters, non-fiction writers, students, academics..." Read on to see how we describe Scrivener and to find out why we like it so much. PurdyBooks Writing Tools for Authors Series Writing Tools: Scrivener Review for Authors of middle grades literature Review of Scrivener for Middle Grade Authors Scrivener can be an invaluable tool for middle-grade authors of all literary genres. We like it for the price, the functionality and the organizational tools it provides. Here's how Scrivener can benefit middle grade authors from beginners to experienced writers:Organizational Features:Storyboarding: Scrivener's corkboard feature allows you to visually organize and outline your stories, making it especially helpful for planning the structure of your middle grade tales.Chapter and Scene Organization: With the ability to easily move chapters and scenes around, Scrivener facilitates experimenting with different narrative structures, crucial for creating suspense in middle school fiction.Research and Reference:Research Folders: You can create research folders within Scrivener to store information about classic novels, short stories, or any other relevant material that inspires your literary themes.Writing Process:Distraction-Free Writing: The full-screen mode in Scrivener helps you focus solely on your writing, fostering a productive environment for crafting engaging and suspenseful narratives.Word Count Tracking: Scrivener allows you to set word count goals…

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Kindlepreneur Review for Authors

Writing Tools: Kindlepreneur Review for Authors Welcome to the first in a series of Writing Tools for Middle Grade Authors. Today's post is a Kindlepreneur review for authors of middle grade books. We're starting our series off with Kindlepreneur for a very good reason. It is, by far, our favorite writing tool for all authors and particularly for self-published authors. Kindlepreneur is founded and developed by Dave Chesson. Since Kindlepreneur is a writer's best tool, Dave is a writer's best friend. So let's jump into what Kindlepreneur is, what it includes and why it's so darned useful. (Although the PurdyBooks website uses affiliate links for certain books that we feature on the website, we are not receiving remuneration for this Kindlepreneur review or any of the associated links on this page. The following review is based on our own experiences with Dave Chesson, Kindlepreneur and Publisher Rocket.) What is Kindlepreneur? Kindlepreneur is much more than just a tool in your writing toolbox. It is a whole collection of tools, and most of them are indispensable for writers in general and for self published authors specifically. Whether you're seeking guidance on writing, marketing, or publishing, Kindlepreneur has you covered. Dave Chesson has assembled a website filled with tips on subjects as diverse as book editing, book formatting, cover design and self-publishing. You will find an extensive catalogue of helpful articles/posts on topics such as: how to write a nonfiction book, how to write a book in Google Docs and how to diagnose your book sales problem. In addition, you will also find reviews of other writing tools to help you decide on the very best methods of making your writing come to life. The next section of this blog post is dedicated specifically to highlighting some of Kindlepreneur's wonderful writing tools. Kindlepreneur Apps The amazing folks over at Kindlepreneur have…

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Writing Tools for Middle Grade Authors

Here's the Help you need to make you a better writer This article will introduce some essential writing tools for middle grade authors. Are you a middle grade author with a passion for crafting exciting tales that capture the imaginations of teens and tweens? If so, then PurdyBooks has some great writing tools to help make your job a little easier. As an author dedicated to the world of middle grade readers, your unique perspective and creativity deserve the right set of writing tools to bring your narratives to life.In this blog post, we'll explore the essential writing tools and techniques tailored for middle grade authors like you. While the specifics will be covered in the following sections, here, we'll set the stage for your literary adventure, delving into the importance of equipping yourself with the right resources to craft tales that will send shivers down young readers' spines. Whether you're crafting your next spine-tingling masterpiece or gearing up to submit your work to agents and publishers, these insights will be your guiding light through the writing process. We will provide you with tools to help you with prewriting, writing and publishing your next masterpiece. The best writing tools make the best writers. 7 writing tools for middle grade authors Let PurdyBooks help you find the best writing tools. Today's PurdyBooks blog post is an introduction to seven writing tools for middle grade authors. In future blog posts, we'll take a look at each of these tools, how they can be used and where you can find them. PurdyBooks does not receive any remuneration (no affiliate fees or free products for example) for these seven writing products. These are our favorites. We have used each of these and continue to use them on a daily basis. You'll find many other authorial writing tools out there, but these…

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Introducing Classic Literature to Middle Grade Students

Help Middle Grade Students Enjoy Classic Literature Classic Literature in the Middle School Reading Curriculum Introducing classic literature to middle grade students can be an engaging and educational experience. As long as you choose your reading material and classroom activities wisely, you can dispel the notion that classics are boring. Take a look at these lucky thirteen ideas for introducing classic literature to middle grade students: Adapted Literary Classics: The best way to introduce classic literature to middle schoolers is through revised classics. These are fun versions of popular classic literature, usually written at an accessible reading level and filled with young characters. Book-to-Film Comparisons: Show film adaptations of classic spooky novels and then have students compare and contrast them with the original text. This can foster discussions about how books are adapted into different media. Interactive Read-Aloud Sessions: Read a spooky classic novel aloud to the class, pausing to discuss key passages, themes, and character development. Encourage students to ask questions and share their thoughts. Literary Scavenger Hunt: Create a scavenger hunt that involves finding specific scenes or quotes from classic spooky novels. This can be a fun way to familiarize students with the content. Illustrated Classics: These are similar to the adapted classics described in #1 above, but they contain illustrations to provide added context. They may be in paperback or comic book format. Create Storyboards: Ask students to create storyboards for key scenes in a classic spooky novel. This can help them visualize the story and its progression. Write Alternate Endings: Challenge students to come up with alternative endings or twists to the plot of a classic spooky novel. This encourages creativity and deeper engagement with the text. Literary Discussion Circles: Divide the class into small groups to discuss specific chapters or sections of a classic novel. They can share their insights and interpretations…

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Free Book for Middle School Teachers…

Free Goodreads for Middle Grades book Get your free book for middle school teachers, students, parents, authors and librarians by signing up for our monthly newsletter. Use the newsletter sign-up form below or at the top of the right-hand column and you will be sent a link for receiving your free Goodreads for Middle Grades Literacy e-book. You will also receive a monthly PurdyBooks newsletter with information about helping middle school students enjoy reading and helping them become efficient lifelong readers. If, at any time, you want to unsubscribe from the newsletter, you can easily do that with one click.The Goodreads for Middle Grades book contains the following chapters, and more:Goodreads Crash CourseNavigating GoodreadsHow to Use Each Portion of GoodreadsSpecific Chapters for Teachers, Students, Parents, Librarians and Middle Grade Authors Get Your Free Copy of the Goodreads for Middle Grades Literacy e-Book Sign Up for Newsletter & Free Goodreads for Middle School Teacher... Sign up for our newsletter using the form at left. Just provide us with your email and hit the subscribe button. We promise, we NEVER share email addresses. You will get one email that just asks you to verify that you are a real person. Once you have clicked the link in that email, you'll get a second email with a link to the Goodreads for Middle Grades book. You will then have the option of reading the book directly on a DropBox web page or of downloading an e-pub file of the book. Then you will be able to read the book on your favorite e-book reader. (on your phone, computer, Kindle, iPad, etc.) Please feel free to contact us to let us know how you like the Goodreads book and/or the monthly newsletter. We love to hear from fellow members of the middle grades team. The Purdy Books Blog Welcome to the…

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