Elsy keeps up the mystery and intrigue as she introduces her characters in the first chapter of Connie. She gives us just enough to give us an idea of what they’re like but she also lets us know that something’s not quite normal about these girls. Since Elsy doesn’t come right out and tell us what’s up, readers are sure to keep reading. It’s compelling and intriguing and a great example of building readers’ curiosity, all coming together to make a powerful opening.
Ink Wolf shared Chapter 3 of Guardians in the Window. Now she’s looking for a twist for Chapter 4. I’m sure she’d appreciate your suggestions, so follow this link and look for her comment about plot twists. Scroll to the end of the comments to find it.
Mikaela’s been busy! She’s added to several group projects, including:
two stanzas to the group poem Unicorn
three trials to the Fantasy group project
and… and…
well, she also added quite a fantasy element to the Historical Fiction #2 group project. A bit unexpected. But it also struck me as extremely funny because.. well, because it was so unexpected! You should check it out. Maybe you could add more elements from other genres to this story? I think it’d be fun to mesh all the genres together. Fun to write. Fun to read. Of course, as always, it’s all up to you guys. (But I think you should do it. Really. Please?)
The 12th Annual I Love to Write Day is still a few days away (November 15) but I can’t think of a better way of celebrating than sharing Neve’s latest addition of The Secret Life of Ninjaz. Neve is obviously having a great time writing this story and I know you’ll have a great time reading it.
There’s a lot of bickering and fighting and hilarious dialogue and imaginative scene changes in this installment. Not only will you find plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, but also scads of hot dogs, a crazy amount of ponies and… are you ready?… plenty of slightly altered Star Wars characters.
Neve’s brain has to be frizzed and her fingers have to be frazzed. Even Neve says “this took ages” to prepare but this time, at least, she had help from her brother, Finley. So. Welcome to the site, Finley, and thanks for helping your sister make us laugh out loud and celebrate I Love to Write Day in one of the absolutely best ways.
You’ll find plenty to keep you up at night in Ink Wolf’s latest addition to Guardians in the Window: spiders and wasps; explosions and flammable dust. Thanks for sharing, Ink Wolf. I can’t wait to read what happens next.
From now until December 30, 2014, The Young Voices Foundation is accepting short stories from students in grades K-12 for their writing contest, Young Voices of America Tell Their Stories. You can write any type of story you want but the story can’t be longer than 10,000 words. Follow this link to enter and make sure you read all the rules.
Thanks, Mikaela, for sharing this contest with us. Good luck to everyone who enters!
Read Guardians in the Window, submitted by Ink Wolf, and I guarantee you that you will never, ever look at spiders the same way again.
Neve’s Ninjaz are at it again in Chapter 4 of The Secret Life of Ninjaz, where “evil is brewing.” But don’t worry – there’s still plenty of craziness and zaniness among the Ninjaz.
Follow the links to read four new submissions from Neve.
Halo – A new and powerful story about fallen angels and evil forces.
Snowflakes – Are we like snowflakes? See why Neve thinks so.
The Secret Life of Ninjaz – Part 2 of Chapter 2 includes a poll for you to answer.
Night Terrors – Sad, beautiful, hopeful.
Enjoy! And remember to comment!
In the beginning of Chapter 2 of The Secret Life of Ninjaz, Neve describes where the story’s heading like this:
“Hey dudes, the Ninjaz are back and this time they are pointlessly rabbiting on about what they like to do in their suspiciously long spare time, and Steve is lecturing Luke and Mark in the delicate subject of pasta bakes while Mark is trying to learn to play badminton. Enjoy.”
Sound hilarious? It is! Follow the link to see what happens.
If you’d like to read a fun example of a young writer using more than one narrator to tell a story, go to Elsy’s K.M.A. It’s funny, it’s entertaining, it’s exciting. And she’s done an excellent job of changing voice and perspective when she switches narrators. You’ll learn a lot from this one!
Elsy started a new historical fiction group project by setting up a mysterious situation. Who knows what’s going to happen next? Maybe you. Sure, why not? Anyone can decide, so why not you? Click on Historical Fiction #2 and make some history.
Are you looking for some fantasy? Magic? Mystery? Great characters and exciting situations? I hope so because you’ve just found it, all right here and all thanks to Elsy, who’s apparently just as busy writing as Neve. Impressive and inspiring. I’m so glad you’ve all found the site and continue to share your writing and imaginations here.
So let’s get to it. Here’s some brief descriptions and the links to Elsy’s latest submissions:
In Chapter 7 of St. Charles Academy, the girls get their dorm assignments. Click the link to find out why Savannah is not happy about hers.
Read Chapter 9 of Marked Five and meet the new character who might change everything.
Then check out Elsy’s newest story, K.M.A., to see how she sets up an interesting, surprising situation in just a few words of dialogue and a great ending line that’s guaranteed to make you want more.
This clip art is what I imagine Neve looks like when she’s writing – I have no idea what she really looks like but I’m betting she attacks her computer like this. She’s been busy!
If you love/need/have to write, chances are you have characters talking in your head all the time. I think most writers do. Today, Neve has shared several characters that fill her mind and you’ll be glad she did. Because they’re hilarious. For a good time and a good laugh, check out The Secret Life of Ninjaz. And please, do Neve and me a favor by leaving a comment. I love the way she’s telling this story and I’d love to know what you think. I’m sure Neve would love to know, too. She’d also like you to answer a poll on which character you like best. Follow the link and you’ll find the poll.
If you’re in the mood for something scary, check out The Hellcreature, also submitted by Neve. It amazes me that Neve submitted such completely different stories with completely different tones on the same day. The Ninjaz will make you laugh; the Hellcreature will make you shiver. That’s the power of words, y’all!
And if that isn’t enough, Neve also added to the Humor Group Project by answering what IT is.
Thanks, Neve, for giving us so many great things to read today!
Purplepheonix, one of the very first to share his stories on All Write with Me, showed up yesterday to continue the first Adventure story in Group Projects.
Welcome back, Purplepheonix. I’m happy to see/read you here.
Anonymous started a new adventure under Group Projects~Stories. Click on Adventure #3, read the beginning, then decide what happens next. Remember, anyone can continue group projects stories. I think it should be you.
Elsy cranks up the trouble and mystery in two of her ongoing stories.
In Chapter 8 of Marked Five, we learn why being one of the chosen isn’t necessarily a good thing.
In the next installment of Now What? the ghost who’s been stuck haunting Kia’s room has found an unexpected way out.
For the writing contest, Elsy suggested adding a requirement for the entries. For example, all entries could have the same theme or start with the same sentence or include the same character. I think this is a great idea. Let me know what you think.
Lots of great writing to share today!
First up, Elsy shares Chapter 4 of Marcia. This story is an excellent example of using Voice. Voice comes from the words and tone and style you choose for your story. It also includes the details, descriptions, actions, and emotions you choose to share. Make these choices based on how your narrator tells the story and your readers get to know your narrator. In Marcia, Elsy does a great job of letting her narrator’s attitude come shining through. This is the opening sentence of Chapter 4: “It was… breathtaking? Awesome? Enchanting? I could go on for hours, but I won’t because there is slightly more to say here.” Actually, there’s a lot more to say here and you should go read it.
Next up, Ink Wolf wrote Chapter 2 of Misty Island. I love Ink Wolf’s wild imagination and I know you will, too. Ink Wolf comes up with the most incredible characters in this story and shares just the right amount of imaginative details to make them unique, interesting, and fun. Ink Wolf is also very good at showing characters’ personalities through the way they talk.
And last but not least, Ink Wolf shares Hunter’s Adventure. This is a complete short story with action and adventure, told through the eyes of a kitten.
Enjoy!
Please help me welcome our newest writer, Bunnie, by reading and commenting on her story, The Wind. I’m so glad you found us, Bunnie. I love your story and can’t wait to find out what happens next.
Mikaela posted Chapter Three of Annavava. Follow the link for lots of magical surprises.
Mikaela has adapted her story, The Twilight Hero, into a play. I’m excited that she’s sharing both versions on All Write with Me because this is a great opportunity to see the differences in formatting.
Read the story version here and the play version here. 
Writing plays can be challenging because you have to let your audience know everything they need to know through your characters’ dialogue and actions. I think Mikaela has done a fantastic job. Let her know what you think by leaving her a comment.
In Chapter Two of Trilogy, Elsy reveals some startling facts about her characters.
Not just for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades anymore! The site now includes kid-friendly writing rubrics and checklists for 6th grade. Based on the Common Core Standards. Free. Easy to use. Complete. Get yours here.
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.
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