So you’d like to write a story, but you’re having trouble getting started. How about trying one of these Story Starters for ideas.
 
Check out the annual Rochester Book Festival! I am honored to be in the company of all these authors. Enjoy reading about them and their books even if you can't make it to the festival yourself.
 
Both of my middle grade novels were published by Walker and Company. Walker's web site has information about authors and their books as well as cool stuff for teachers, parents, kids, librarians and booksellers to check out.
 
There are some great resources for teachers and writers online, including a site for teen writers.