Happy Wednesday! Not only is it mid week—with another weekend just on the horizon—we’re now just three days from completing this year’s NaNoWriMo challenge.
With just a few days left, I’ve been starting to think more about what comes after November 30. Not revisions—though that’s certainly on my list—but ways I can keep writing without the challenge of hitting almost 350 words a day.
I know, I’ve been sharing tips throughout the month, and hopefully, if you’re feeling stuck, you’ll go through my past posts. But today, I thought I would dig up some resources for young writers. And I don’t mean fancy pens—though secretly I hope some cool writing supplies end up under the tree this year. <hint hint, Santa>
Of course, I turned to the internet to find what I was looking for—Google is a great resource in itself!But here are three great sites I found:
Figment: This is a community of young writers dedicated to reading and writing stories online. You can rate stories—constructive criticism is super important to your growth as a writer. And sometimes, well known authors drop in to chat, run contests, or feature their work. Check it out here.
Wattpad: This is the largest online reading platform—considered the YouTube of writing. You can share your work with the world, follow your favourite authors, and learn more about publishing opportunities. You need an account to sign up (it’s free). Get started here.
Teen Ink: Supported by the nonprofit Young Authors Foundation, this site is a great place to share you writing, art, and photos. It’s also a great place to go for articles about publishing your nonfiction essays, articles, and even your poetry. Hm. I wonder if they accept haikus? Get the scoop here.
If none of these sites interest you, try doing a Google search—and it goes without saying but you should always check with your parents before signing up for anything online. The internet can be a scary place!
Gotta jet! May the words be with you…
~ Chase Superman Duffy
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