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EPISODE · Sep 28, 2025 · 10 MIN

#14 Writing Middle Grade: How Do I Start?

from Middle Grade Made Easy(er) | Kidlit Writing Craft Podcast · host Lou Piccolo

So, you want to write a middle-grade novel. Maybe you have an idea that just won't let you be. Or maybe you've spent years writing picture books, and you'd like to try something different?But when you sit down in front of your computer… well, you don't quite know how to start. That's why, in this episode, we're taking a deep dive into how reading like a writer will help you:learn about middle-grade guidelinesunderstand why something isn't working in your own bookincrease your chances of being publishedcreate a protagonist kids can relate togrow as a writerremember what it felt like to be a childI've created a PDF handout you can download that sums up the episode: loupiccolo.com/readFor show notes, transcripts and links mentioned in the episode, visit my websiteYou can also connect with me on InstagramHave something to say? Send me a message!

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So, you want to write a middle-grade novel. Maybe you have an idea that just won't let you be. Or maybe you've spent years writing picture books, and you'd like to try something different? But when you sit down in front of your computer… well, you don't quite know how to start. That's why, in this episode, we're taking a deep dive into how reading like a writer will help you: learn about middle-grade guidelinesunderstand why something isn't working in your own bookincrease your ch...

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