Writing Magic

Fairy-tale master Gail Carson, the bestselling author of Ella Enchanted, guides writers of all ages on how to develop their craft, with practical advice and heartfelt encouragement.

In Writing Magic, Newbery Honor author Gail Carson Levine shares her tricks of the trade. She shows how you can get terrific ideas for stories, invent great beginnings and endings, write sparkling dialogue, develop memorable characters—and much, much more.

She advises you about what to do when you feel stuck—and how to use helpful criticism. Best of all, she offers writing exercises that will set your imagination on fire.

With humor, honesty, and wisdom, Gail Carson Levine shows you that you, too, can make magic with your writing.

In this interactive book, Gail Carson Levine shares the secrets to making your own magic:

• Story Ideas & Prompts: Find inspiration everywhere and never run out of ideas again with story starters you can use right away.
• Memorable Characters: Go beyond the basics to create heroes, villains, and friends that feel real to your readers.
• How to Write Dialogue: Learn the tricks to writing conversations that sound natural, reveal character, and move the story forward.
• Plot & Pacing: Structure your story with exciting beginnings, satisfying endings, and a middle that keeps readers turning the page.
• Revising with Confidence: Discover how to find and fix problems in your first draft and turn a good story into a great one.