Episode 36: Line-Level Language with Sara Gentry

In this episode of Coaching KidLit, Author Accelerator Certified Book Coach Sara Gentry interviews Sharon about line level language and writing and revising KidLit. They focus on creating engaging language for picture books, establishing authentic middle-grade voices, and developing complex stories in young adult literature.

The conversation highlights the importance of sensory details, precise word choices, and character perspectives to make stories resonate with young readers. Sharon emphasizes the significance of revision for line-level writing, using mentor texts, and understanding the unique sensory experiences of characters to enhance storytelling.

 

Download Sharon's Sensory Detail Revision Tool Here.