EPISODE · Jul 14, 2024 · 26 MIN
Chapter 25 - Writing for the Middle Grade Audience with Carey Blankenship-Kramer
from Literary Blend: A Publishing Podcast · host Demi Michelle Schwartz
Here we go, friends. We have reached chapter twenty-five of Literary Blend with Carey Blankenship-Kramer about writing for the middle grade audience. Whether you write for this age category or are simply interested in gaining industry knowledge, this conversation is for you. Carey and I covered tips for writing middle grade and things to avoid, the difference between lower MG and upper MG, word count expectations for this age category, writing a stand-alone vs a series, and so much more. Also, Carey unveiled the details about her upcoming middle grade horror debut, Ghost Scouts Honor. I loved having Carey on the show, so I hope our chat gives you a glimpse into writing for the middle grade audience. If you would like to stay up to date with all Carey is up to, head over to her website: https://www.careyblankenshipkramer.com/ Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you. Show Email: [email protected] Website: http://demimschwartz.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartz Instagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartz Thank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter of Literary Blend, happy reading and writing!
What this episode covers
Here we go, friends. We have reached chapter twenty-five of Literary Blend with Carey Blankenship-Kramer about writing for the middle grade audience. Whether you write for this age category or are simply interested in gaining industry knowledge, this conversation is for you. Carey and I covered tips for writing middle grade and things to avoid, the difference between lower MG and upper MG, word count expectations for this age category, writing a stand-alone vs a series, and so much more. Also, Carey unveiled the details about her upcoming middle grade horror debut, Ghost Scouts Honor. I loved having Carey on the show, so I hope our chat gives you a glimpse into writing for the middle grade audience. If you would like to stay up to date with all Carey is up to, head over to her website: https://www.careyblankenshipkramer.com/ Are you enjoying Literary Blend? Do you have a topic suggestion for a chapter? Would you like to be a guest on the show? I would love to hear from you. Show Email: [email protected] Website: http://demimschwartz.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/demimschwartz Instagram: http://instagram.com/demimschwartz Thank you so much for listening. Until we flip to the next chapter of Literary Blend, happy reading and writing!
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