Steal the Scene: Writing Amazing Drama

Description

Learn how to write a play like a professional - from the professionals. Read the true tales of how famous playwrights of today and yesteryear came up with their subjects and be inspired by their texts. Learn how to hone stage directions and increase your ear for great dialogue. Most of all take out your notebook and - write write write You are a writer. After delving into this title you'll soon be a better one.

Heather E. Schwartz writes books for kids from her home in upstate New York. She loves writing because she loves learning new things, brainstorming creative ideas, and moving words around on a page. In her spare time, she runs a website for young writers (WriteintheMiddle.co). She also enjoys baking cookies in fun shapes, throwing holiday parties, walking in the woods, eating cider donuts, and spending time with her family.

A conversational, friendly, encouraging tone enlivens the series. . . .Notable features include the visuals (strong, captioned photographs and colorful, quirky illustrations); "Your Turn" exercises, which provide stimulating writing prompts; and sidebars that highlight famed authors and excerpts from their works.-- "School Library Journal" Top 10 Series Nonfiction! Aspiring poets and playwrights, as well as short story and nonfiction writers, will find plenty to help them hone their skills in this series. With an emphasis on providing strong foundational information and worthwhile exercises, these handsomely designed books make a real impact.-- "Booklist" With their emphasis on providing strong foundational information and worthwhile exercise, these books make a real impact. Another plus: they are handsomely designed with eye-catching artwork. Lots for teachers here, but individual students will find these both helpful and fun.-- "Booklist"