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Creative writing club for children aged 7+. Weekly writing groups in Sevenoaks, plus holiday workshops. Run by children's author, Nikki Young.

The latest addition to my offerings at Storymakers

The latest addition to my offerings at Storymakers is a Wednesday evening writing club. Every Wednesday during term time, from 5.30-6.30 p.m. I’ll be here to help you fire up your imagination and awaken your creative brain. The sessions are open to all ages from 7-16 years. Why? Because anyone can have a go at these exercises regardless of writing level. Each one will be timed, so that we can move on seamlessly and efficiently between each task. The idea of this group is to get you writing because the more you write, the better at it you will become.

Want to join me? It’ll be on Zoom, so it doesn’t matter where you are. We’ll be starting in January, but you can book now by visiting the After School Clubs page of the Storymakers website. Link in bio.

The latest addition to my offerings at the Storyma

The latest addition to my offerings at the Storymakers Club is a Wednesday evening writing club. Every Wednesday during term time, from 5.30-6.30 p.m. I’ll be here to help you fire up your imagination and awaken your creative brain. The sessions are open to all ages from 7-16 years. Why? Because anyone can have a go at these exercises regardless of writing level. Each one will be timed, so that we can move on seamlessly and efficiently between each task. The idea of this group is to get you writing because the more you write, the better at it you will become.

Want to join me? We’ll be starting in January, but you can book now by visiting the After School Clubs page of the Storymakers website: https://www.storymakersclub.com/after-school-clubs/ you can access this website via the link in my bio.

Did you know I review books on my blog? Not on the

Did you know I review books on my blog? Not on the Storymakers website, but on my Author one: www.nikkiyoung.co.uk. This one gets a big thumbs up. Loved it.

Following on from my last post, this was the photo

Following on from my last post, this was the photo that inspired the idea for a superhero dog (an unlikely one, mind) for my character, Hugo to befriend. His shadow is Batman, don’t you think? This is just the sort of quirky detail you look for when you’re a writer!

My son was looking through my photos the other day

My son was looking through my photos the other day and found this. It was a painting he did in Reception that was supposed to be a self portrait. We had such a giggle about it at the time, but we all loved this character so much, we ended up giving him a name. Meet Hugo. He was the inspiration behind a story that I went on to write, which is about a misfit boy and his misfit dog who both go on to be superheroes in their own right. If you know me, or you’ve seen posts about my dog, you’ll be able to work out what sort of misfit, crazy dog I based the one in the story on. Any ideas?

There is a new blog on the Storymakers website tod

There is a new blog on the Storymakers website today, all about personification. Click on the link in the bio to read the full post.

“For the first time, Jess saw them as real peopl

“For the first time, Jess saw them as real people rather than just names: someone’s brother, nephew or son. She felt their loss.” Books all packed and ready to send out to Year 5 and 6 teachers studying WW1 and remembrance with their classes. We Will Remember Them.

So happy to get this feedback on my Storymakers gr

So happy to get this feedback on my Storymakers groups. It’s made my week!

The Storymakers Club starts back again tomorrow af

The Storymakers Club starts back again tomorrow after the half term break. It seems like so much has happened since we last met, so I’m looking forward to getting back into the routine and seeing everybody again. I’ve remained on Zoom since March, so there are no disruptions to the sessions this time around. I’ve got lots of exciting things planned for my three groups and I can’t wait!

I’m working with a child who doesn’t like writ

I’m working with a child who doesn’t like writing and doesn’t see the point of it. It’s difficult to engage a child in these circumstances so you have to get creative. Fortunately, he is obsessed with penguins, so we’re currently reading Mr Popper’s Penguins and he’s loving it. All our Vocab, spelling, comprehension and writing work is based around it and suddenly, it doesn’t seem so tiresome after all!

Did you know most authors retain copies of their b

Did you know most authors retain copies of their books so they can sell direct? To make things easier, I have a shop set up on my website (see link in bio). A signed set of all three is going out today!

Yesterday was the start of National Novel Writing

Yesterday was the start of National Novel Writing Month. Join millions of people across the globe as they scribble the month away whilst helping to promote and raise month for literacy projects. If you’re unsure, start with a character. Who is this little guy? What is he? Can you think of a name for this creature and come up with some interesting character traits for him? #nanowrimo #getwriting #storymakers

Everyone needs friends. I wonder what brought thes

Everyone needs friends. I wonder what brought these together. What do you think?

I’m not just an author of children books. It’s

I’m not just an author of children books. It’s my aim, and my job, to encourage children to enjoy reading and writing. That’s why I founded Storymakers three years ago. My group sessions have expanded to include a wide range of ages, from 7 up to teens. I work with children on an individual basis and when it’s possible, I go into schools. Next year, I will be standing here with four books in my arms. I hope to continue writing but also, to continue working with children to support them on their own writing journey.

Do you take your dog on holiday? This was the firs

Do you take your dog on holiday? This was the first time we have taken ours with us in the five years we’ve had him. He loved it! And it was great having him with us - we do miss him when we’re away. This wouldn’t have happened if we hadn’t had to postpone our holiday abroad this year, so I guess you could say, every cloud...

I’m seriously considering whether to do NaNoWriM

I’m seriously considering whether to do NaNoWriMo this year. I’ve done it a few times before and I love it. The only problem is, I usually have a plan, or know what I want to write. I don’t have that as yet.

Why do I love this crazy month, where writers all over the world scribble away in order to get 50,000 words down in paper in just 30 days? Well, it’s because of the thrill and excitement of it all. It’s because of the freedom that comes with throwing out that inner editor and just getting on with the writing. There’s some seriously cringe worthy stuff that comes out of it but at the same time, moments of genius. There is also a huge sense of camaraderie amongst the community of fellow nano-ers. Have I convinced myself to do it? I think I may have.

Words want to be heard. Stories desire to be told.

Words want to be heard.
Stories desire to be told.
We don’t choose the path of a writer.
It chooses us.
What’s your story?

I don’t claim to be an expert, but it’s within

I don’t claim to be an expert, but it’s within me to want to understand all aspects of what makes writing difficult for some people. Dyslexia is part of that, and something I feel is misunderstood.

I have learned so much recently that has aided my understanding and given me confidence to go forward knowing the obstacles that some children need to overcome and how tough that can be.

It has also left me wanting to help and being part of that learning journey for those who struggle in this way.

This is one of the loveliest books I have ever com

This is one of the loveliest books I have ever come across for teaching kids to show kindness. It’s such a simple concept - the idea of everyone having a bucket that you can either fill up with kindness and empathy, or empty with unkind acts or words.

I remember how much of an impact this book had on my daughter when she was seven years old and her teacher showed them it in class. She’s always been an empathetic child so it made complete sense to her, but I think this idea would resonate with all children. Have you ever come across this book?

Do you know the feeling? When you go to a museum,

Do you know the feeling? When you go to a museum, particularly a stately home or castle that’s set out as it may once have been? It gives me goosebumps, to be honest, and I find myself creeping around or whispering as if I’m intruding on another world.

This is a quote from Time School: We Will Remember Them and if you’re interested in knowing more, I wrote all about what inspired this story in a recent blog on my Nikki Young Author website.

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