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The Problem With Education: Coaching Salaries
The Problem With Education: Coaching Salaries A big problem with education can be seen when Oregon Ducks Football Coach, Chip Kelly, signs a 6 year contract extension worth…get this…$20.5 million dollars. Now, look…I have nothing against a guy making as … Continue reading →
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MIDDLE SCHOOL READING: I Want To Be Older Now
MIDDLE SCHOOL READING: I Want To Be Older Now A common trait in middle school reading and being a middle school student is the burning desire to be older, NOW. This is why you guys read books with characters who are older … Continue reading →
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WRITING CHILDREN’S BOOKS
WRITING CHILDREN’S BOOKS One of the biggest secrets to writing children’s books is to watch your own thoughts. Be careful not to judge your abilities, just trust in the process and keep moving the story forward. Remember, if a … Continue reading →
MIDDLE GRADE BOREDOM: Think Again
Middle Grade Boredom: Think Again Middle Grade Boredom is a myth. How do I know this? Well, are you really bored as a middle grade kid or are you just being lazy? What does it mean to be bored or … Continue reading →
MIDDLE GRADE CHILDREN Are Messengers of Greatness
MIDDLE GRADE CHILDREN Are Messengers of Greatness Why do I think middle grade children are messengers of greatness? Well, when I sat down to write the Saltwater Taffy book, I knew I wanted to tell a story of adventure for middle grade … Continue reading →
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The Secret to Writing Middle Grade Fiction
The Secret to Writing Middle Grade Fiction The secret to writing middle grade fiction is not really a secret, but rather a discipline of practice for authors. That discipline is the craft of rewriting and being ruthless on your own work. … Continue reading →
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CHILDREN’S BOOKS: Getting Reviewers Attention
CHILDREN’S BOOKS: Getting Reviewers Attention The best way to get the attention of a children’s book reviewer is to BE DIFFERENT. No matter what you do or where you go, someone is going to tell you that what you’re doing is … Continue reading →
MIDDLE GRADE READING: Here Comes Saltwater Taffy
MIDDLE GRADE READING: Here Comes Saltwater Taffy If you are looking for a great middle grade reading story, Saltwater Taffy is about to hit the market in January. Saltwater Taffy, an amazing story of adventure, was written with the idea of making … Continue reading →