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Guest Author Erin Stewart: Writing First Chapters that WORK!
First chapter tips from the talented YA & MG author Erin Stewart.
Mar 73 min read


Afternoon Sessions: WIFYR's KidLit Writing Conference June 2025
A quick rundown of what writers can expect during the afternoon sessions at Writing and Illustrating for Young Readers
Mar 51 min read


March Ahead Writing Retreat Contest
Join the March Ahead Contest for the chance to attend this writer's retreat for free!
Feb 261 min read


WIFYR News February 2025
Yahoo! for WIFYR 2025– this June (16-20), and all the monthly fun things that we have planned. This year is a perfect time to learn to write
Feb 262 min read


How to Be a Better Writer
Author Carol Lynch Williams shares her tips on how to be a better writer and make your stories stronger.
Nov 25, 20243 min read


5 Writing Tips from Author Carol Lynch Williams
Five writing tips for ways to improve your writing from middle-grade author Carol Lynch Williams.
Nov 25, 20242 min read


The Journey to Acquiring a Literary Agent
Emerging author Bruce Luck attended the WIFYR conference for years, building his writing craft, and is now represented by a literary agent.
Nov 21, 20242 min read


Jump Into Writing and Illustrating for Young Readers
Emerging author Morgan Iverson shares her story of finding a literary agent while attending the WIFYR writing conference.
Nov 21, 20241 min read


What Will You Do To Get Started Writing Today?
By Julia Lyon, author of A DINOSAUR NAMED RUTH When I think back to my first Writing and Illustrating for Young Readers (WIFYR)...
Nov 20, 20243 min read
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