Why do I write for teens?
That's the topic of the month over at the MTV Books Blog. Please drop by, browse the posts, and share your thoughts!
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Authors
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BEHIND THE SCENES
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of N., a groundbreaking original series of 25 short graphic video episodes based on a previously unpublished Stephen King short story.
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What is your motto or maxim?
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Who is your favorite fictional hero?
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VIDEO
The author of more than 25 books, including No Talking, Extra Credit and the enormously popular Frindle, Andrew Clements talks about whether or not his characters are based on real kids.
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MEET THE AUTHOR
Monica Ali, whose novel Brick Lane was shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize, talks about her long-awaited new novel, In the Kitchen, which takes readers into the vivid world of a London restaurant.
Author Voices
THE COMING INSURRECTION
Hey, anyone who lives in LA, this is where I'll be Sat!
http://la.thepublicschool.org/
The Public School will host a one-day class on June 27 to discuss The Coming Insurrection
It's useless to...
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10 Things I Learned While Writing a Memoir
You must kiss your pride and dignity goodbye.
There is no such thing as writing a memoir half-way. You have to jump in with both feet, legs, arms, shoulders, hands, head, and heart.
Everyone...
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My American Idol Audition
I Will Always Love You: My American Idol ExperienceBy Rhonda Stapleton
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been a singer. I sang in the living room, amusing my family with my rendition of...
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Using Social Media to Bring Your Characters to Life
I admit it. I was (probably still am) behind the times. I was always one of those folks who noticed something waaaay after the rest of the world has done so. If you're one of those people who are fast...
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Authors Revealed
Ronlyn Domingue
Q. Do you have one sentence of advice for new writers?
A. Believe in yourself and the story that wants to be told.
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Dia Reeves
Q. If you could eat only one thing for the rest of your days, what would it be?
A. Salad. Because it's so versatile. Sweet or savory, hot or cold, meat or veggie. Perfection.
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Jessica Verday
Q. What do you regret most?
A. Not getting that job as the front desk clerk in a funeral home
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Authors in the News
Tennessean, July 4, 2009
...in France - how it got over here, how it was funded by pennies that children donated,' said Nancy Armstrong, director of the Mt. Juliet Library, where Rainwater gave a presentation on Wednesday.'She...
Telegraph, July 4, 2009
...message, the 19-year-old actor said he did not believe in God. He also expressed his admiration for Professor Richard Dawkins, the prominent atheist and bete noir of Evangelical Christians. Radcliffe...
Chicago Tribune, July 4, 2009
...been a U.S. senator for 54 years, a reliable ally of presidents (Democratic ones, at least) from Franklin Roosevelt to to Lyndon Johnson. Alec's father remains disappointed that his son turned his...
Daily Dispatch, July 4, 2009
...Dead Until Dark, By Charlaine Harris, (Gollancz) WITH its murder mystery and x-rated scenes, Charlaine Harris vampire thriller is bound to get your blood pumping in more ways than one. Sookie...
NewsRX, July 4, 2009
...you'd like to purchase this article, it's only $3.00. DNA Research New findings reported from M. Fragkos and co-authors describe advances in DNA research 'Phosphorylation of H2AX (gamma H2AX) is an...
Music Industry News Network, July 4, 2009
...Bluebird Café in Nashville Eric de Fontenay, editor of Music Industry Network and Owner of Music Dish Network Steven Scott the President of the Coalition of Songwriter & Music Organizations (COSMO)...
Economictimes, July 4, 2009
...than photocopies,'' says Sakshi Chopra who completed her MA in 2008. Later, for BEd, she used etexts of John Dewey's Democracy and Education and Paulo Freire's Pedagogy of the Oppressed. Nandita...
Authors from the Blogs
The Herald | Poetry Blog, June 17, 2009
...simple language may invite comparisons with Thomas Hardy. As with the latter’s poetry, there is often a dark undertow to his verse, though not in this joyful little piece. Was the squirrel a red...
The Herald | Poetry Blog, June 17, 2009
...of England canon in Sussex. His terse style and sophisticated use of simple language may invite comparisons with Thomas Hardy. As with the latter’s poetry, there is often a dark undertow to his...
LadyVampire's Lair, June 17, 2009
...with Rachel Vincent on June 25th so stop by for more details. Over at Literary Escapism they have Shiloh Walker stopping by to talk about her excitement over books and how they come together. Stop by...
My Itchy Third Eye, June 17, 2009
...He said he does yoga. She said, “I’m not sleeping with you!” colored ink on paper - 6 x 9 inch...
Independent Crime, June 17, 2009
...Yeah, I just snagged this off James Reasoner's blog , because 1. It's cool. 2. I'm lazy, and 3. It gives me a chance to remind you that you really ought to read this book...
Short Stack, June 17, 2009
...particular interests. Let them read what excites them. Let them return to school with something to share. -- Ron Charles Follow roncharles on Twitter By Ron Charles | June 17, 2009; 5:12 AM ET ...
A Bookworm's World, June 17, 2009
...Emily Listfield is a new author for me - and one I was happy to discover. Best Intentions tells the story of four college friends. The story is told in first...
My Life in 8 Words
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Tony DiTerlizzi "A dream come true. (Did it in four!)" -
Robin Mastro "Busy, Fulfilling, Eventful, Blessed, Promising, Fun, Happy, Loving" -
Matt Whyman "A glass half empty so fill it, please." -
Jacquelin Thomas "Blessed to be loved and alive" -
Kelly McClymer "Devoted to asking and trying to answer, "Why ...?"" -
Bryan Gruley "Blessed and lucky." -
Alison McGhee "Reflective, searching, busy, full of wonder and love" -
Jessica Burkhart "Write, lip gloss, sun, gossip, vanilla cappuccino" -
Julia DeVillers "Always checks out maximum number books from library" -
Kate Feiffer "Good sense of humor. Terrible sense of direction." -
Jennifer St. Giles "A journey to discover love, myself, and others" -
J. Adams Oaks "Wow. If I could do that, who would need to live it?" -
Deborah Ruddell "Ten-year-old girl meets ten-year-old boy, sees her future." -
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Ru Freeman "Adapt, not compromise. Stand for justice. Keep faith."
