How to Write a Novel Before You Turn 13

13 Steps for Kids to Turn Creative Writing into a Book

De: Ollie Ood

Narrado por: Chaleeya Yeh

Does your child dream of becoming an author? How to Write a Novel Before You Turn 13 is the ultimate guide for young, aspiring writers! Full of writing prompts and creative techniques, this book provides everything your child needs to turn their ideas into a complete novel—all before they even finish middle school. With 13 easy-to-follow steps, your child will gain the skills and confidence to create unforgettable characters, build exciting plots, and develop rich settings that make their stories come to life.

This book includes:

• A free PDF with worksheets to plot their story, structure their chapters and map out key moments.
• Step-by-step guidance to help your child write their novel, from brainstorming ideas to outlining chapters.
• Tools for outlining their story’s structure, pacing, and word count to keep them on track.
• Creative writing exercises to help them write strong dialogue, craft thrilling climaxes, and keep readers engaged from start to finish.

Perfect for school projects, extracurricular activities, or simply as a fun challenge, this guide will inspire any young writer to create their next masterpiece. Start your child’s writing journey today—order How to Write a Novel Before You Turn 13 and watch their creativity soar!

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

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The Perfect Guide for Kid Novelists

This is everything I wish I had as a young writer—clear steps, fun exercises, and encouragement every step of the way. Chaleeya Yeh’s narration is uplifting, which helps kids stay engaged. A must-listen for families with young storytellers.

Not Just for Kids—Adults Can Learn Too

I listened along with my daughter and found myself taking notes! The structure and tips are useful for any beginner writer, regardless of age.

Worth Every Minute of Listening

Between the engaging narration, helpful worksheets, and well-organized content, this is the best kids’ writing guide we’ve found. My daughter already wants to start her second book.

Easy to Follow, Fun to Do

The instructions are clear, the exercises are creative, and the narrator’s voice makes it all feel personal. This audiobook turned my child’s vague ideas into a solid storyline.

Creative Writing Made Accessible

This audiobook manages to explain story structure, pacing, and character arcs in a way that’s easy for kids to grasp. My son especially enjoyed the ‘thrilling climax’ exercise. It’s an educational tool disguised as fun!

An Excellent School Project Companion

We bought this for my son’s creative writing project, and it transformed his approach. The pacing and word count tips helped him plan realistically and finish on time. Now he’s proud of his story and eager to start another. Teachers should consider recommending this!

The perfect guide for young authors

My daughter loves to write stories, but she often gets stuck on how to turn her ideas into something complete. This audiobook was a complete game-changer! The 13 steps are incredibly easy for her to follow, and the included worksheets made plotting out her characters and chapters feel like a fun game. She's now halfway through her first novel, and her confidence as a writer has soared. This is an absolute must-have for any parent with an aspiring young author.

A Boost of Confidence for Young Writers

The tone of this audiobook is incredibly supportive, making kids feel like they can actually complete a novel. My 9-year-old has already plotted her chapters, and she’s determined to finish before school starts. Highly recommend for building confidence.

Made Writing Less Intimidating

The idea of writing a novel scared my daughter, but this audiobook broke it down into fun, bite-sized tasks. The exercises sparked her creativity, and now she’s excited to write daily. A great investment in your child’s imagination.

A Writing Coach in Audio Form

It feels like Ollie Ood is sitting down with your child and guiding them step-by-step. The encouragement to keep going, even when it’s tough, made a huge difference for my son.