First Chapter

by Paul Garside
17th March 2014

I was hoping to share the first chapter of my novel, which I hope is aimed at the age group from 10 to 15 but not being sure of these things I would like to know what other people think about that, and also I have roughly 4500 words is that too much to post, I can't really reduce the chapter to make it fit or it probably won't make sense. anyone with any ideas, PLEASE!!!

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my thanks once again for your suggestions, it is good to know people do genuinely want to help. Regards Paul.

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17/03/2014

Hi Paul,

I don't think I was clear - brilliant failing for a writer, eh? ;) - I meant pitched at a certain age group. From what you say, it sounds like YA to me but without reading the style and content I couldn't comment further. If you do what LSJ did then I can have a look.

Have you read much children's fiction - as an adult, I mean? It would really help with aiming at the right age group. If not, take a few out of each section in the library and see what you feel is closest to yours in terms of "feel". For quality writing I recommend Patrick Ness and David Almond but there are soooooo many more and I could go on all day so I'll leave it at my top two!

Good luck.

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Hi thanks L. S. That sounds literary. I think that is a good idea. I have not produced a link before so I hope it's an easy task. thanks for the tip. Regards Paul.

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