Tag Archives: young adult

Getting a Grip on Gripping Characters: YA Mystery Writing

Posted on March 16, 2014 by bethkanellbooks

You know that expression, “When the student is ready, the teacher appears?” I’ve been told it’s from Zen buddhism, but it’s also very much current. I’ve found another side to it as a writer: When I’m ready to learn something, … Continue reading →

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Common Core Standards and YA Mystery Writing (and Reading!)

Posted on February 23, 2014 by bethkanellbooks

Yes, you read the title correctly — this post is about that monster of today’s headlines, the Common Core State Standards being implemented in schools across the country. Or rather, it’s not about the standards … but about the wild … Continue reading →

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Social Media for YA Writers & Readers: The Numbers

Posted on December 22, 2013 by bethkanellbooks

I have one more post to add in this series, and it will be on using Pinterest — but I want to hold it until after the holiday season. So, here’s some information to think about in the meantime (you … Continue reading →

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Social Media for YA Mystery Authors and Readers — GoodReads

Posted on December 15, 2013 by bethkanellbooks

Some of my favorite readers reach me through GoodReads, including teacher Tim Averill, who makes great suggestions of new young adult (YA) books to read — he’s in the midst of teen readers daily at work and he sees what’s … Continue reading →

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Social Media for YA Authors — Facebook, “Like a Pro”

Posted on December 3, 2013 by bethkanellbooks

I dearly love my personal Facebook page. Although I’m more private than many, it’s the place where I share photos from morning walks, tuck in scraps of research or poems, dream of characters, and most of all, connect with friends, … Continue reading →

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Social Media for YA Mystery Authors — Twitter!

Posted on November 24, 2013 by bethkanellbooks

Yes, absolutely, if you’re not writing or reading young adult (YA) mysteries, stick with this post anyway for some quick intro information and tips on the simplest of the social media, Twitter. I hear two big reasons for people not … Continue reading →

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OMG These Authors Are at Crime Bake! — “High School Murder” Rocks!!

Posted on November 3, 2013 by bethkanellbooks

I dream of being a mystery author who “only” has to write for a living — in reality, I’m part of the majority who instead have “paid work” that has to get done on time, with writing (my passion!) fitting … Continue reading →

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YA Mysteries: 5W’s and an H — How?

Posted on October 12, 2013 by bethkanellbooks

I used to think that the reason I couldn’t put a book down (it happens at least once a week!) was “I need to know what happens next.” Later, I decided it was “Because I care about the character.” Thanks … Continue reading →

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YA Mysteries: 5W’s and an H — When?

Posted on October 6, 2013 by bethkanellbooks

I have three aspects of “time” to cover today, in terms of young adult (YA) mysteries. 1. What age are the readers of YA mysteries? The target age is usually described as 12 to 18, although 12 to 15 is … Continue reading →

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YA Mysteries: 5 W’s and an H — Why?

Posted on September 22, 2013 by bethkanellbooks

I am literally just back from my first time attending Bouchercon, the nation’s largest conference of mystery writers, readers, and fans. It was a fantastic experience — plenty of Sisters (and Brothers) in Crime on hand, a crowd of authors … Continue reading →

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