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  • Published: 3 September 2019
  • ISBN: 9780451480293
  • Imprint: Viking
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 304
  • RRP: $32.99

Brave the Page



Partly a how-to guide on the nitty-gritty of writing, partly a collection of inspiration to set (and meet) ambitious goals, Brave the Page is the go-to resource for middle-grade writers. Narrated in a fun, refreshingly kid-friendly voice, it champions NaNoWriMo's central mission that everyone's stories deserve to be told. The volume includes chapters on character, plot, setting, and the like; motivating essays from popular authors; advice on how to commit to your goals; a detailed plan for writing a novel or story in a month; and more!

National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that believes in the transformational power of creativity. They provide the structure, community, and encouragement to help people find their voices, achieve creative goals, and build new worlds--on and off the page. With its first event in 1999, the organization's programs now include National Novel Writing Month in November, Camp NaNoWriMo, the Young Writers Program, Come Write In, and the "Now What?" Months.

The official NaNoWriMo handbook that inspires young people to tackle audacious goals and complete their creative projects.

Includes pep talks from today's biggest authors! 
John Green, Marissa Meyer, Jennifer Niven, Daniel José Older, Danielle Paige, Celia C. Pérez, and Scott Westerfeld with an introduction by Jason Reynolds!

Partly a how-to guide on the nitty-gritty of writing, partly a collection of inspiration to set (and meet) ambitious goals, Brave the Page is the go-to resource for middle-grade writers. Narrated in a fun, refreshingly kid-friendly voice, it champions NaNoWriMo's central mission that everyone's stories deserve to be told. The volume includes chapters on character, plot, setting, and the like; motivating essays from popular authors; advice on how to commit to your goals; a detailed plan for writing a novel or story in a month; and more!

National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that believes in the transformational power of creativity. They provide the structure, community, and encouragement to help people find their voices, achieve creative goals, and build new worlds--on and off the page. With its first event in 1999, the organization's programs now include National Novel Writing Month in November, Camp NaNoWriMo, the Young Writers Program, Come Write In, and the "Now What?" Months.

  • Published: 3 September 2019
  • ISBN: 9780451480293
  • Imprint: Viking
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 304
  • RRP: $32.99

Praise for Brave the Page

Praise for Brave the Page!

"Though specifically targeting young writers, this upbeat handbook is a wonderful instruction guide for writers of any age as well as a perfect text for any creative-writing classroom."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review

*"Stern and Faulkner lay out clear, detailed plans for each week of the month, identifying tasks to accomplish, questions to ask, distractions to avoid, and problems to solve. Although this is a realistic and practical guide, the authors consistently applaud their readers/writers and cheer them on, showing them that success is, in fact, always possible. This book is an ideal text to use with tween/teen writing groups in school and public libraries or in language arts/creative writing classes; but you should also have a copy on the shelf to hand to the student who is eager to write and ready for a challenge."--School Library Connection, starred review

"The book's strength lies in its humorous and conversational reassurance . . . [and] gives writers permission to figure out what works for them . . . In addition to offering emotional support, the book has enormous practical value. Fun writing exercises, ideas to expand setting and characterization, suggestions for keeping track of word counts, and strategies for approaching the editing process help to keep the writing on track while breaking it into manageable components. VERDICT This book is a fantastic reminder that writing is fun. A must-have for anyone participating in National Novel Writing Month."--School Library Journal