Books, Tips, and Encouragement for April

Happy April Fool’s Day! But today’s post is no joke—we have some fantastic blogs lined up for you. First, we want to thank everyone who attended our Facebook live event on March 16. We were so fortunate to have some amazing authors join us. I hope you found it helpful and uplifting. If you missed it, simply join our Storyteller Squad Facebook group to access the list of book recommendations that were discussed, and watch videos from some amazing authors! Stay tuned as we plan to do another event soon!

Join our Facebook Group

The Storyteller Squad Facebook group offers daily book recommendations for tweens and teens. You also get the unique opportunity to connect with authors, moms, grandparents, teachers, and media specialists. https://www.facebook.com/groups/190463655478063/

Book Reviews and Writing Tips

During the month of April, our authors will review Melanie Cellier’s The Four Kingdoms series, Sadie Robertson’s Live Fearless, Fawkes by Nadine Brandes, and a special look into Shelbie Mae’s The Kaleidoscope Girl, which focuses on teen eating disorders.

In addition, we will discover some inspirational writing tips from Emily P. Freeman’s book A Million Little Ways: Uncover the Art You Were Made to Live, Additional writing tip include implementing sensory into your writing and reasons we write books for kids.

Motivation

We want to encourage you as well during this time of uncertainty, so our Monday Motivations will encourage you with Feeling Lonely: What to do during times of increased isolation, Run the Race: How to finish strong, as well as Drop the Drudgery: Reminding yourself why you love to write.  

Win a short-story

This month, one lucky winner will receive a short-story from an author, so don’t forget to post your comments! You won’t want to miss a day of these exciting and encouraging posts. Know someone who would enjoy reading the Storyteller Squad posts? Please tell a friend!