Today, September 15, is the day you’ve been waiting for all summer long – the 2012 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards are now open for submissions! Have you been working on a short story this summer or perhaps trying a new type of art form or maybe you made your first video game or produced […]
In this month’s Ask Ned, Ned explains the difference between a cover letter and query letter to Courtney, who has completed a manuscript and wants to know about her next steps. Courtney Asked: Hi! I recently finished a picture book manuscript, I have the latest copy of the writer’s market by my side and when […]
Ask Ned reader Katie asked for some guidance on becoming a published writer. Ned shared his experience on starting out in the writing world. Katie Asked: Hey there, Ned! I’m a writer, too. Well, I’m in the midst of becoming a published one – hopefully. Sadly there’s a slight problem keeping me away from accomplishing […]
Ask Ned reader Kyle was curious about the relationship between humor and life imperfections. Ned shed some light on the light on the issue and how it’s used in his own work. Kyle Asked: I’m writing a research paper on your pieces, and I could use your help. I love the language you use in […]
Ask Ned reader Gilberto wanted to know about creating characters and developing them. Ned shared some advice about how he approaches this challenge. Gilberto Asked: How do you come up with your characters, and how do you expand their personalities once you have an idea for one?
Gold Key Winner Lydia asked Ned about comparing your work to others and having it shared with the world. Lydia Asked: I enjoy writing because it is my way of expressing myself and getting things out there. I wrote a short story for the art and writing award and got a regional gold key. As […]
Kris, a high school senior, asked Ned for advice on starting your career as a writer and getting published. Kris asked: I’m a high school senior and an aspiring novelist. I’ve gotten through my first novel (and a second), but I’m unsure where to go from here. I know I want to eventually get them […]
Recently, the Alliance and some of its good friends got together for a night full of art, fashion, music and fun. Now Showing, which took place on March 9, was a silent auction featuring emerging artists, beats spun by DJ Gilles Wasserman, live music by Max Vernon and a performance by chamber-rock trio Rasputina. To […]
A summer job inspires one young writer’s interest in writing a graphic novel memoir. But how do you choose the illustrations? K.G.: I’m writing a short memoir about my first summer job, but want to collaborate with a friend who is an artist to make it a picture book or graphic novel. What kinds of […]
One student asked a writer how to respond to criticism they didn’t agree with. Anonymous: When my English teacher edits my short stories, sometimes I don’t always like or agree with her comments about the way I write. Do I have to listen to them? Ned Said: There is such a thing as being too […]
