Making It Up as You Go Along

Learn how to write stories from Ireland’s Children’s Literature Laureate and
bestselling author, Patricia Forde.

In this fun and practical illustrated guide, young writers can learn how to find
inspiration, craft plots, create characters and build worlds with some of Ireland’s
most beloved authors, including Eoin Colfer, Derek Landy and Catherine Doyle.
Includes imaginative exercises, accessible explanations of writing terms and engaging illustrations.

KEY SELLING POINTS:

• A non-fiction debut from Patricia Forde, Ireland’s Laureate na nÓg
  (Children’s Literature Laureate) 2023-2026
• Includes creative advice and storytelling tips from a range of bestselling Irish middle-grade authors
• Foreword by President of Ireland, Michael D Higgins
• Co-publishing with Children’s Books Ireland