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EPISODE · Jan 18, 2026 · 9 MIN

#21 Should You Write Your Middle-Grade Novel in Scenes or Chapters?

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

If you spend a lot of time worrying about how to write the perfect opening chapter for your middle-grade novel or whether you should end your chapters on a cliffhanger, then you're going to love writing in scenes!In this episode, we'll cover:the difference between scenes and chaptersthree reasons why it's best to write in a series of scenes rather than in chaptersThis episode is the first in a mini series on writing scenes in middle-grade novels, so stay tuned to the podcast over the next few episodes to learn:how to write a solid scenethe elements that all scenes need to workwhen to write in scene and when to write in summaryFor 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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If you spend a lot of time worrying about how to write the perfect opening chapter for your middle-grade novel or whether you should end your chapters on a cliffhanger, then you're going to love writing in scenes! In this episode, we'll cover: the difference between scenes and chaptersthree reasons why it's best to write in a series of scenes rather than in chaptersThis episode is the first in a mini series on writing scenes in middle-grade novels, so stay tuned to the podcast over the next f...

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