Book details

Macmillan Children's Book

Writing Radar

Using Your Journal to Snoop Out and Craft Great Stories

Author: Jack Gantos; read by the author

Writing Radar

Writing Radar

$10.99

About This Book

Acclaimed author Jack Gantos's guide to becoming the best brilliant writer.
On Sale
08/29/2017
Age Range
9-12

Book Details

Newbery Award–winning author Jack Gantos shares advice for how to be the best brilliant writer in this funny and practical writing guide perfect for all kids who dream of seeing their name on the spine of a book.

With the signature wit and humor that have garnered him legions of fans, Gantos instructs young writers on using their "writing radar" to find story ideas in their own lives. Incorporating his own misadventures as a developing writer, Gantos inspires listeners to build confidence and establish good writing habits as they create and revise their stories. Pop-out text boxes highlight key tips, alongside Gantos's own illustrations, sample stories, and snippets from his childhood journals. More than just a how-to guide, Writing Radar is a celebration of the power of storytelling and an ode to the characters who—many unwittingly—inspired Gantos's own writing career.

Imprint Publisher

Macmillan Young Listeners

ISBN

9781427291226

In The News

"A creative writing guide from one of the funniest authors we know." -AudioFile Editor's Pick

"With conspiratorial enthusiasm, author Jack Gantos assures kids that they can write great stories--the secret is being a good listener, tuning in to all the interesting stuff happening in the world around you, and writing it down in a journal. Kids will find in Gantos a funny, inspiring, supportive, and confiding teacher. Gantos's passion and excitement are infectious as he offers advice on mining daily life and interactions for story ideas and shares examples of his own stories from when he was a young writer. -AudioFile

About the Creators

Writing Radar

Writing Radar

$10.99