Clifton Said:

Some good books on creative writing?

We Answered:

"Self-Editing for Fiction Writers" is definitely one you should have. A few more:
"Dynamic Characters" by Nancy Kress
"Create a Plot Clinic" by Holly Lisle
"Goal, Motivation and Conflict" by Debra Dixon
"Techniques of the Selling Writer" by Dwight Swain
"Word Painting" by Rebecca McClanahan

Holly Lisle has lots of free writing lessons on her Web site, where you can also purchase her Create a Plot and Create a Character books.

If you decide you're serious about becoming a writer and live in the U.S., check out the Master of Arts in writing popular fiction at Seton Hill University: http://fiction.setonhill.edu.

Annie

Danny Said:

Article for outline for 7th grade creative writing?

We Answered:

it would be easier if you do something your passionate about.

some examples are:
gay marraige.
abortion.
teen pregnancy.
STDs and prevention.
eating disorders in teens.

Tara Said:

10th Grade Creative Writing?

We Answered:

Life, write about your experiences and why you think humans exist and can comprehend stuff

Duane Said:

How do you write an outline?

We Answered:

Well lets look at a story as a "Story Line." With in this story line, you have a beginning, a middle and an end. The beginning is an introduction, it sets the scene for all that will come after and it should grab the readers attention. The middle or conflict is the main body of the story line. This is where your action takes place. The end is the resolution of the central conflict of the story.

I'm not a big user of outlines myself, but lets start out this way:

I.) Introduction. Lets the reader get a feel for the story. Allows you to introduce your characters or at least the main characters. (I would think about the characters a bit and on a separate piece of paper write down your cast of characters. Give them names, and descriptions so you have it handy.)

Begin with a line(s) that is going to grab the readers attention. (heres an example) "It began a long time ago, thirty years to be exact. An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth. Holy words, good words, though I have no faith in a higher being. The only true power is that which one holds in his own hands. My power was a Sharps .50 caliber rifle and with it, I took vengeance on the man who killed all that was good and decent with in me."

That establishes the story line and begins to answer some of the questions (who, what, where, when, why and how) though we don't really know "Who" just yet.

On your outline, once you establish what the story will be about, begin filling in the action you foresee. A,B,C... This will help you establish the conflict/resolution and will allow you to insert your supporting cast members with in the overall line of the story.

You may also find that once you work out a plan (outline) for your story, that it is easier to write different pieces of the story. Often what I start with is the end. Its is a juggling act in a sense, but you can get a feel for where the story is going and where it bogs down. Try keeping a steady flow to your story and remember to use transitional pieces to keep things in perspective. Dialogue is most helpful in this aspect.