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Making It Up As You Go Along

A Children's Guide to Writing Stories

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Pub Date 1 Oct 2025 | Archive Date 30 Sep 2025

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Description

Learn how to write stories from Patricia Forde (Ireland's children's literature laureate) and some of the biggest names in children's fiction.

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 that spark inspiration for 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.

Learn how to write stories from Patricia Forde (Ireland's children's literature laureate) and some of the biggest names in children's fiction.

In this fun and practical illustrated guide, young...


Marketing Plan

  • A non-fiction debut from Patricia Forde, Ireland's Laureate na nÓg (Children's Literature Laureate) 2023-2026
  • Includes creative advice and storytelling tips from a range of bestselling middle-grade authors
  • Engaging illustrations throughout by Irish illustrator Mary Murphy
  • A non-fiction debut from Patricia Forde, Ireland's Laureate na nÓg (Children's Literature Laureate) 2023-2026
  • Includes creative advice and storytelling tips from a range of bestselling middle-grade...

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EDITION Hardcover
ISBN 9781915071842
PRICE £14.99 (GBP)
PAGES 296

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