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More Academy
Yay! Elsy continued St. Charles Academy with Chapter 6, “Enforced Bonding.” This chapter is a great example of using dialogue to make readers love your characters. It also reveals new and surprising information.
The Trilogy Begins
Elsy shared Chapter 1 of her Trilogy. I’m sure you’ll love the characters in this story and there’s plenty of unanswered questions to keep you reading more. My favorite part is the way she ended the chapter with a few words of dialogue that sum up what happened while also deepening the mystery and creating concern for her main character.
Book Report
Read Mikaela’s report on A Question of Yams here. It sounds like a great book. Thanks for sharing, Mikaela!
Group Poetry and an Idea for All Write with Me’s Birthday Celebration
Neve has risen to the challenge and continued the group poem, Unicorn, with two awesome verses. Follow the link to see how she did it.
Awhile ago, Elsy asked for suggestions on how we might celebrate the site’s birthday, which is February 4. Mikaela responded by suggesting a writing contest. I’d like to know how everyone feels about this idea. Feel free to comment below.
New Story and More Sword
If you’re looking for an action-packed story, follow the link to The Twilight Hero. Mikaela starts this story with a serious bang. There’s also death, destruction and some blood so if you’re not into that sort of thing, you may want to skip this one.
She’s also submitted Chapter 6 of The Magic Sword of Trestia.
Impressive Poetry!
Mikaela added two verses to the group poem, Unicorn. Follow the link and read the poem out loud to hear its rhythm, tone and pacing. Then, consider writing the next verse. Remember, anyone can add to group poems. Excellent job, Mikaela!
Infinity and Auras
As Neve continues Infinity, we learn a little more about Adreada’s tragic past.
In Elsy’s Auras, the gang finds a mysterious warning waiting for them at Rainbow’s End.
Marked Five and a Poll
In Chapter 7 of Elsy’s Marked Five, Mr. Wickener shares surprising news about the groups’ powers.
Elsy wants to know which power you prefer. Let her know what you think by responding to her poll at the end of the chapter.
Two New Stories, Two Additions, and a Verse for Group Poetry
Neve started a new story, Infinity, by setting up her main character with this awesomely mysterious message: “And yet, one single star will change the course of history forever.”
She also continued Hunger (well-written, entertaining and exciting, but also frightening and gruesome, so you should skip this if stories give you nightmares) and added another verse to the group poem, Unicorn. As always, Neve’s beautifully descriptive language is sure to paint detailed images inside your mind.
Elsy started another great story called Now What? filled with characters you’ll love right from the start. She also continued Marcia with Chapter 3: Laughter and Tears. This story always makes me laugh but this time it also warmed my heart. Looks like Marcia has a bigger heart than she cares to admit and is starting to care about James and Lera.
Fantasy, a Request, and a New Poll
Elsy shared Chapter 6 of her ongoing fantasy, Marked Five. Follow the link to see which member of the group has gained the most control of his or her special powers.
Elsy would also like to do something special on All Write with Me to celebrate the site’s birthday, which is February 4. If you have any ideas for what we could do, comment below or reply to Elsy’s original comment here (you’ll have to scroll down to find it – look for the date: May 20).
Trista and Mikaela created a new poll for their story, War of the Two Worlds. Follow the link to read the story and cast your vote.
Welcome New Writer
Trista, a new writer on the site, teamed up with Mikaela to write the entertaining ongoing story, War of the Two Worlds. In this first chapter, you’ll meet Daniel, a 16-year-old boy, and Fyre, a sprite from another planet who has some awesome powers.
Welcome, Trista. I’m happy you’re here. Mikaela, I’m glad you found a writing partner and that you’re sharing your story on the site. I’m looking forward to whatever happens next. You both have great imaginations!
A Book Report on The Hobbit
Follow this link, The Hobbit Book Report, to read an example of a well-written book report, written by Mikaela. This report provides plenty of clear, concise details about The Hobbit without spoiling the story. Mikaela also shares what she liked about the book and why. And, as an added bonus, she also provides a link where you can read the book online, for free. Sweet!
Trilogy and More Marcia
Today I get to share the beginning of the site’s first trilogy, written by Elsy. She hasn’t decided on a title yet, so for now, you’ll find it by following the link, Trilogy.
Trilogies are three separate stories that all work together to tell another, overall story. Each of the three stories solves one or more of the problems that are in the way of solving the biggest problem, which isn’t solved until the end of the trilogy. Think of it as smaller stories inside one bigger story. It takes a lot of planning but I’m confident Elsy can do it!
She’s also written Chapter Two of Marcia, where you’ll get the first hint of what’s going on with this winged, magic-filled character.
Poor Kitty
See how Ink Wolf uses rhythm to help paint the picture of what happens to this poor cat in Down the Stairs.
The First of Many (at least I hope so)
Mikaela submitted the first verse of the first poem for our Group Projects Poems. The poem is called Unicorn. Follow the link to read it, add to it or leave a comment.
New Addition to Group Projects
Mikeala came up with a fantastic idea for Group Projects: working together to write poetry. Someone would write the first verse, then someone else would write the second verse and so on. She’s done this with her friends and I think it sounds like a lot of fun.
So I’ve added a new section called Group Projects~Poems. You’ll find it listed over there on the right – keep scrolling down!
To get started, select this link: Instructions. You’ll find some topics you could write about, but don’t feel like you’re limited to these topics – you can start a poem about anything you wish, as often as you’d like. Just remember that if you’re starting a new poem, give it a title so I can list your poem under the Group Projects~Poems section for others to discover, read and continue.
Thanks for the suggestion, Mikeala – I love it!
There’s More to this Story
Read Chapter 2 of Mikeala’s Annavava and find out what strange things Annavava discovers in her new Hawaiian home.
New Fantasy, More Academy and a New Poll
This weekend Elsy submitted the first chapter of a new ongoing fantasy called Marcia. She also submitted two more chapters of St. Charles Academy and created a reader poll. Follow the links for some highly entertaining reading (you won’t be disappointed) then take a moment to answer the poll. You’ll find it at the end of Chapter 5 of St. Charles Academy.
Reminder: Please please remember to include the name of your story – especially if it’s an ongoing one! Thanks.
New Ongoing Story
Today Mikaela started a new story called Annavava. It’s about an orphan who’s just been adopted by a family living in Hawaii. Mikaela shows us some of Annavava’s interests by listing what she packs before taking the trip to her new home. Great way to introduce a character, Mikeala!
Yay, Dragons!
If you love stories about dragons, or stories about royalty, you need to read The Shadow of the Mountain, written by Neve. In Chapter 2, Neve introduces her royal dragons through description, dialogue and some family conflict. You’re going to love it.
Warning: Scary Stuff Ahead!
Neve’s newest ongoing story, Hunger, is an incredible example of using specific descriptive words to set a mood. It made me nervous. It made me tense. It made me slightly sick to my stomach. But it was the full force of these emotions that made Neve’s story so exciting and so fun to read. This is truly captivating writing. It’s also extremely scary and gory. So if you’re not into that, or if scary stories truly scare you, I suggest you skip this one.
She’s also started another story that is a bit less scary and certainly less gory. The Shadow of the Mountain features a huge spider. (That’s the scary part. Neve’s so skilled with description that you’ll feel like the spider is right beside you. So if spiders freak you out, you’ve been warned!). Follow the link to see how Neve shares the thoughts and feelings of a spider. This is a great example of how you can climb inside a character’s mind and show readers what’s going on in there (even if the character isn’t human)!
Building Characters
See how Elsy uses description, dialogue, actions and reactions to show us her characters’ personalities. In Chapter 6 of Auras, Eva has friends who help her and enemies who hurt her. In Chapter 2 of St. Charles Academy, Kayla is getting to know the girls at her new school.
Notice that Elsy doesn’t label her characters – she never calls them mean or nice or sweet or snotty. Instead, she lets readers figure out what these characters are like through their actions and responses. Not only is this more entertaining, but it’s also more effective.
New Writer, Group Project Addition, Reader Poll, More Auras, New Ongoing Story
Help me welcome our newest writer, Sohaina, by reading and commenting on this writer’s first submission, My Pets. Sohaina’s pets come from two different countries and sound like a lot of fun. Welcome to the site, Sohaina, and thanks for sharing. I hope you have a good time here. I’m looking forward to reading more of your writing!
Also…
Neve introduced a dragon to the Fantasy Group Project. (Thanks, Neve! I LOVE dragons!)
Mikaela created our second reader poll for her ongoing story, The Magic Sword of Trestia. She came up with a great question for this poll and you should go answer it now by following the link.
Elsy submitted Chapter 5 of Auras. I love how Elsy is building up to the approaching trouble from Jet and Zephyr, while also building on the trouble the main characters are currently having with their auras. Problems on so many levels makes for readers reading fast and wanting more!
Elsy has also started a new ongoing story, St. Charles Academy. You’re going to love her funny, highly-relatable main character and you’re going to love this character’s new school even more.
Lots of great writing again today! Remember to comment and let the writers know what you think.
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