Giulietta M SpudichBreak the Rules Story ClubIn Story Club, my young writers’ workshop, we explore character development, story structure and the tools of the trade. I felt like it was…3 min read·5 days ago----
Giulietta M SpudichSpring Stays — poemIt’s Spring Equinox, where we slide into a season of more flowers and greater light here in the northern hemisphere. Days lengthen and…1 min read·Mar 20, 2024--1--1
Giulietta M SpudichBlown — a poemI’m highlighting stories and poems by young writers on this blog. Here is ‘Blown’ by Amani. I love this poem evoking the wind of change…1 min read·Mar 10, 2024----
Giulietta M SpudichWriting Tips — Art inspires ArtThere are many ways artists can inspire one another. A poem may inspire a painting, or a song. I once danced in a space where paintings…2 min read·Mar 6, 2024----
Giulietta M SpudichWisdom from the Young — Shooting StarsMika, in my young writer’s group, has written this beautiful flash fiction piece. I love the natural setting and young, owl wisdom.2 min read·Feb 25, 2024--1--1
Giulietta M SpudichYou Are Alive — flash fPlease enjoy this beautiful and inspiring story by talented teen, Amber. The message is one that is important to me — our connection with…4 min read·Jan 27, 2024--1--1
Giulietta M SpudichWriting Tips — BackstoryIn my young writers’ workshop this week, we looked at the simple but deep concept of backstory.2 min read·Jan 24, 2024--1--1
Giulietta M SpudichWriting Tips — ProphecyAt this week’s Story Club, my online creative writing group for pre-teens and young teens, we looked at writing prophecy.2 min read·Jan 10, 2024----
Giulietta M SpudichThe Rule of ThreeThe Rule of Three (sometimes called the Power of Three) refers to the idea that we find messages more humorous, more memorable, and more…2 min read·Nov 15, 2023----
Giulietta M SpudichWriting Tips — Keeping the TensionWe often talk about how to keep the tension going in my young writers’ workshop. When there are challenges to face, or impending doom, it…2 min read·Oct 4, 2023--1--1