Posts in “writing” (15)
A zine (pronounced zeen) is a small-circulation, self-published work of original or appropriated texts and images. Usually hand-made using found materials and simple supplies, zines can be about… continue reading
By Michelle Z. May 20, 2019 2
Turn the page to a new season with the Free Library’s Spring Reading Challenge ! Readers of all ages—whether individually or as part of a classroom or group —can create accounts… continue reading
By Molly B. March 11, 2019 3
If you totaled up all your tweets, comments, texts, and Facebook posts for one day, do you think they might add up to 1,667 words? They might very well – in which case, why not try… continue reading
By Violet L. November 6, 2018
From Tuesday, September 25 through Tuesday, October 30, the Public Library Association (PLA) – a division of the American Library Association (ALA) – will be accepting submissions of… continue reading
By Kate C. September 21, 2018
There’s something about writing poetry that sparks the need to shape the community around us. It inspires us to engage with others, it encourages reflection—and it incites change.… continue reading
By Kalela W. May 14, 2018 5
November is the quintessential month of community, tying the nation and families together in a cranberry and pumpkin spice-scented weave of traffic jams and tryptophan that decoct into something… continue reading
By Adiel L. November 27, 2017
The World Builders Writing Club is a diverse group of aspiring authors who meet once a month and showcase some of their work on the Free Library blog. Please enjoy this first… continue reading
By Tamoul Q. July 12, 2017 1
The World Builders Writing Club is a diverse group of aspiring authors who meet once a month and showcase some of their work on the Free Library blog. Please enjoy this first… continue reading
By Tamoul Q. October 5, 2016 1
The World Builders Writing Club is a diverse group of aspiring authors who meet once a month and showcase some of their work on the Free Library blog. Please enjoy this first… continue reading
By Tamoul Q. June 23, 2016
The World Builders Writing Club is a diverse group of aspiring authors who meet once a month and showcase some of their work on the Free Library blog. Please enjoy this first… continue reading
By Tamoul Q. May 4, 2016 1
The World Builders Writing Club is a diverse group of aspiring authors who meet once a month and showcase some of their work on the Free Library blog. Please enjoy this first… continue reading
By Tamoul Q. March 28, 2016 2
The World Builders Writing Club is a diverse group of aspiring authors who meet once a month and will be showcasing some of their work on the Free Library blog. Please enjoy this first look at a… continue reading
By Tamoul Q. February 25, 2016 1
The World Builder's Writing Club is a diverse group of aspiring authors. The group's main focus is creating original works of speculative fiction (e.g., science… continue reading
By Tamoul Q. January 14, 2016 3
Now announcing a great opportunity for rising 5 th and 6 th graders! The Library of Congress is holding a writing contest entitled “A Book That Shaped Me.” This will… continue reading
By Sarah S. May 29, 2015
Always wanted to write the "Great American Novel" but put it off because of any myriad of reasons (didn't know where to start, needed motivation, general procrastination)? Well, this… continue reading
By Peter SM November 21, 2014