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There’s More!

In Chapter Three of The Magic Sword of Trestia, Gemla sets off to save her kingdom (and possibly the world) from the evil Blizzara. She’s bringing some interesting and loyal characters with her on this quest which is good because I’m betting it’s not going to be easy to fight Blizzara.

The Magic Sword of Trestia

swordI’m happy to announce a brand-new ongoing story I know you’ll enjoy. Mikaela’s The Magic Sword of Trestia is filled with good and evil forces, hope and battles, royalty and servants. There’s also magic and elves. Follow the link to read the first two chapters. You’ll be glad you did.

Awesome job, Mikaela. Your imagination soars!

The Fantasy Continues

elfEdwinn and Halo are off to see the elves. Read Mikaela’s latest addition to the Fantasy Group Project to find out why.

Lovin’ These Fantasies and You Will Too

Elsy is off to a fantastic start on her story Auras. In Chapter 1, she launches her group of characters into a unique and mystifying adventure. I guarantee that if you read this, you’ll be begging Elsy to continue this story as soon as possible!

In the Fantasy Group Project, Elsy picks up where Mikaela left off, which is good because I think Edwinn’s going to need all the help he can get with this quest.

Thanks for sharing, Elsy. Now, why don’t you go write some more? Please? I’m begging you!begging2

 

Two New Submissions You Need to Read Right Now

guy downElsy starts Auras with just enough information and background on her seven main characters to make them captivating. She’s given all seven characters well-defined personalities and talents and they all come from different countries. She’s got something special in mind for these characters and I can’t wait to see where this story is heading.

Mikaela added to the Fantasy Group Project by letting Edwinn’s best friend provide some answers regarding those strange stones. She’s also set Edwinn on what is sure to be an exciting and dangerous quest.

Summer Camp and Wizards (but not in the same place)

squirrelIf you like summer camp, cute animals and clever alliteration (who doesn’t?), you’re going to love Mikaela’s The Story of Sammi Squirrel at Summer Camp.

Mikaela also added to the Fantasy Group Projects story, giving Edwinn a best friend who is also a wizard (and who wouldn’t want a best friend who is also a wizard?) We now have six writers working on this project. You (yes, you!) need to be the seventh. So go on, read what’s there then add your imagination to this ongoing story (unless, of course, you’re one of the six, in which case, you can still continue the story, you just wouldn’t be the seventh writer because it’s not fair to count you twice!)

Facing Fears with Hooves

horseWhen Anne, age 12, submitted her story, Facing Fears with Hooves, to All Write with Me, she included a note saying she hopes you enjoy it. I think you will. I did. Not only is this story beautifully written, but it also includes an inspirational message.

You’ll love her main character and you’ll be happy when she overcomes her understandable fears. Making readers care about your characters and what happens to them guarantees a great story. Anne has done that with this story and I’m glad I can share it with you here.

As always, be sure to let Anne know what you think by posting your comments in the “Leave a reply” box at the bottom of her story’s page. I’m certain she worked hard on this and would love to know what you think of it!

A New Story Begins

Follow the link, Marked Five, to read the prologue and first chapter of Elsy’s story. I’m impressed with this submission because Elsy has created a situation and characters I’m sure you will relate to. Her descriptions are effective and her writing is clear, well-organized, easy to follow, and very entertaining.

Elsy would like everyone to know that although this set-up sounds like domestic fiction, she’s planning to add elements of fantasy and adventure.

Thanks for sharing, Elsy. I’m proud to add Marked Five to the All Write with Me library!

Fantasy Story Continues

mysterious stonesIf you’ve been reading this group story, you’ve got to be wondering what that stone is. Elsy, a talented new writer on the site, gives us the answer in her imaginative addition to the Fantasy Story

I like how Elsy brought in a character mentioned in the beginning of the story to help explain what’s going on now. This is an excellent example of building on what came before to keep cranking up the tension.

I also like how she used descriptive detail to make us feel like we’re experiencing what Edwinn is going through.

Fantastic job, Elsy, and welcome to All Write with Me!

Welcome Cassandra!

miraclesOnce again, I’m impressed by the talent of a young writer. To see how this writer makes readers care about her characters, read Cassandra’s Miracles. Cassandra’s characters work because she shows us different sides of them: what makes them great and what makes them less than great. This not only makes her characters more real, but it also practically guarantees that most readers will recognize some part of themselves inside these characters. And that’s what makes us care.

Great job, Cassandra, and welcome to the site!

Welcome New Writer

pencilMegan N. shared her talent on All Write with Me today and I’m so glad she did. She’s been busy, too. Read her additions to the site by clicking on the following links – also, let her know what you think by posting a comment, or two, or three.

Better yet, let her know what you think, then add your own imagination to the Group Projects stories – everyone’s additions are welcome, including and especially yours.

Welcome, Megan. I admire your imagination and am so happy you found us!

P.S. This is not really a picture of Megan’s pencil. I’m sure she doesn’t bite hers. I picked this image because I’m assuming that if she does use pencils, she uses them until they’re gone. Like this one.

Now, on to the links:

For Plots – great ideas

Group Projects

Science Fiction Story Continues

Bfoot takes the Science Fiction Group Project to a new planet. Read about the trouble they find here then feel free to take the story further by posting your addition. Instructions on how to add to Group Projects are here. Have fun!

The Story Continues

Read the latest addition of The Story by The Blue Dragon.

Read the Newest in Science Fiction

spaceBfoot uses plenty of imagination and the perfect amount of description to continue the Group Projects science fiction story. Follow this link to see where the astronaut and millionaire are heading.

 

More Writing

Follow the link to read the next installment of The Story by Blue Dragon.

Science Fiction Story Continues

space storyWith four writers working on the Science Fiction story in Group Projects, I’ve been eagerly waiting to see who would continue this story. I’m happy to announce the wait is over! The Purple Phoenix’s newest addition increases the conflict between the astronaut and the millionaire. Follow this link to see how Purple Phoenix uses humor to show two distinctly different personalities.

I can’t wait to see what happens next. Who’s going to decide? Could it be you? Remember, anyone can contribute to Group Projects any time. So, come on and join in!

Come Write with Us!

work togetherYou can write stories with other kids right here on the site. To get started, visit the Group Projects pages or select the links in this post. Shiloh313 has begun a really funny story on the Humor page. She’s also added to the stories already started on the Fantasy and Science Fiction pages.

We’ve got three writers working on the Fantasy story and four writers working on the Science Fiction story. It’s fun to see what happens to a story when different writers with their own ideas move a story along. I can’t wait to see which writer is going to decide what happens next. Feel free to add to these stories – I’m sure all four writers would love for you to join in!

New in Group Projects

With Bfoot’s contributions to the Science Fiction and Fantasy categories, both of these Groups Projects are off to an exciting start. Read about a strangely glowing stone in Fantasy and a millionaire who seems to have no place on a rocket in Science Fiction. Remember, anyone who visits the site can add to these stories. Just type  or copy/paste your contribution in the Leave a Reply box after the last submission.

A new writer on the site

Please help me welcome our newest writer, Lillyann E. Her first story on the site is called My Blanky. Follow the link or look for it under Your Writing. Leave her a comment to let her know what you think and help her feel welcome. I’m glad you’re here, Lillyann, and I hope you have fun!

More of The Story

First ice. Now fire. Keep up with these elementals in the Blue Dragon’s ongoing story, The Story. Just click on the title and enjoy.

A new story begins

Blue Dragon’s The Story features an Ice Elemental. Follow the link to read the first chapter and the beginning of chapter two.

New additions

Read the latest installment of The Pokémon Story by the Purple Phoenix/Blue Dragon writing team then check out David’s plans for I Love to Write Day on November 15.

Book Review

Read Allen C.’s review of the Angel Park All Stars Series here.

Thanks for sharing, Allen. It sounds like a great series.

Another Milestone

The Purple Phoenix is on Chapter Nine of his continuing story, The Group. Lots of excitement, trouble, danger, adventure, mystery!

Uh oh….

There’s danger approaching for one of the members of The Group. Follow the link to catch up on the Purple Phoenix’s ongoing story.