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Book Review: The Bluest Eye

Posted on December 16, 2022December 16, 2022
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by WB Intern, Deborah Darden Summary: The Bluest Eye is a very powerful novel by acclaimed author Toni Morrison. It dives deep into the life of eleven-year-old Pecola Breedlove, a […]

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Your WB Holiday Guide: Top 10 Gifts for Writers

Posted on December 6, 2022December 6, 2022
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It’s that time of year again where shoppers are searching aimlessly for the perfect gift for their loved ones. Got a writer to shop for? We’ve got you covered! Check […]

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Tips for Writing A Winter Setting

Posted on December 4, 2022December 4, 2022
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by WB Intern, Deborah Darden Crafting settings in our stories that accurately portray the seasons can be a real challenge. A scene that takes place in winter can be especially […]

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Book Recommendations Based on Genres

Posted on December 2, 2022
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by WB Intern, Gimena Perez “I have no idea what to read!”  Be honest, we have all felt this way before. Sometimes you look at the pile of unread books, […]

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Fairy Tales: Remixed

Posted on November 19, 2022November 19, 2022
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by WB Intern, Deborah Darden Like story prompts based on images, adaptations are also great practice for getting the creative juices flowing! So, we decided to present an interesting challenge […]

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Amazing Books by Indigenous Authors

Posted on November 12, 2022November 12, 2022
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by WB Intern, Deborah Darden Warrior. Healer. These are only two of many words that could be used to describe the Indigenous tribes who first called America home. Their beautiful […]

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Witches, Ghouls, & Ghosts… Oh My!

Posted on October 27, 2022October 27, 2022
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by WB Intern, Deborah Darden Halloween is, literally, right around the corner and we all know what means. Sure, it’s the perfect time to don your most creative costume and […]

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Autumn Prompts to Spike Your Creativity

Posted on October 20, 2022October 20, 2022
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by WB Intern, Deborah Darden Autumn is finally here! For many of us, that means cooler temperatures, pumpkin spice lattes, and the beginning of cozy nights by the fire. To […]

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Picture This, Write That

Posted on September 29, 2022September 29, 2022
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by WB Intern, Deborah Darden Oftentimes as writers, it can be difficult to decide what exactly to write about. After all, everything we experience in our daily lives can be […]

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Latinx Authors to Read and Celebrate

Posted on September 16, 2022September 16, 2022
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by WB Senior Intern Jackie Gonzalez National Hispanic Heritage Month traditionally honors the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latinx Americans celebrating the heritage rooted throughout Latin American countries. […]

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