The Art of Crafting Remarkable Middle-Grade Fiction with Janet Fox
Do you have an idea for a middle-grade novel, or know a writer that does?
Wonder where you should start, how long the story should be, or what the middle-grade audience is actually interested in?
If you said yes to any of those, well, then you my friend are in luck because there’s a new interview episode up on the podcast that will answer those questions!
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On Episode 16 of the Write It Scared Podcast, I dive deep into the intricacies of writing for middle-grade fiction with author and book coach Janet Fox.
Janet is an award-winning author with over 25 years of experience in the writing industry. Her 12 books span the spectrum of picture books through young adult, in a broad variety of genres. She has a deep passion for the magic of storytelling. As a writer, she strives to create books that can help grow young hearts and minds. As a mentor and book coach, she supports writers on their journeys as storytellers.
Janet shares how she began writing stories for her dyslexic son, which eventually led her to publish her own novels and become a mentor for aspiring writers. When it comes to craft for the middle-grade category, she shares valuable insights on the importance of understanding your audience to create resonant characters. Tons of nuggets to tuck away there!
We also discuss the challenges of balancing character emotions and actions to move the story forward effectively. Narrative drive is tricky for all of us, but when we remember that it comes down to our character’s desires we can keep things moving.
This episode is packed with practical tips on word count, family themes, and character development.
If you are burning to write a middle-grade fiction novel, this episode is a must-listen.
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