Writing for Children: In the Beginning

ISBN: 1479283045

Author: Harth, Ann

Condition: New

Product Description Many people dream of writing a children's book. If this sounds like you, Writing for Children - In the Beginning should be your first step. Ann Harth is a professional writer, editor and writing tutor and has written over 120 short stories and books for children. Over 15 years of experience has resulted in this publication containing all the information she wished she'd had when she started, plus a few new innovations for the electronic age. Writing for Children - In the Beginning is packed with useful information including examples and practical hints for beginning writers in any genre. It addresses all of the common issues that trouble her students. Her light hearted and often humorous style makes it an enjoyable read as well as a great learning tool. From that first spark of an idea to publication, this book should be by your side. About the Author Ann Harth studied psychology in New York before moving to Australia to travel, build a home and raise children. Before becoming a full time writer, editor and tutor, she waited tables, tended-bar, picked strawberries and punched keys on various tills. She also spent many years working with children with special needs. She has had a number of fiction and non-fiction children's books published in the USA, Australia and the UK and over 120 short stories sold to various magazines and educational programs. When Ann isn't writing or looking after their land and animals, she and her family are searching for new and remote places to camp, hike and explore. From her home in northern Australia, Ann writes her books and tutors writing courses. She lives with her family and an occasional orphaned marsupial.