Beutel, Roger

A book on narrative writing for children, including gathering details, shaping, developing characters, and revising your narrative.

A book on writing about issues for children, including topic selection, gathering of information, the first draft, and revising and editing what you have written.

As with any creative writing, one's ability to show an event unfold through the use of interesting details is crucial. This book examines all the elements needed to get the creative process moving, including choosing an idea, firming up the plot, and strengthening the narrative voice.