What can an author teach children about creative writing?
I’d like to discuss why I think it’s useful for children to learn about creative writing from an author, but first, I’m going to start by telling you about my favourite part of the creative writing process. Initially, it’s exciting when an idea comes to me. When this happens, it’s…
How can I help my child prepare for writing?
Helping your child to prepare for writing is about more than just making sure they can write before they start school. A common mistake many parents make, especially first time ones, is to compare their child to other children. I’m as guilty of this as any one, as I didn’t…
Creative Writing Workshops for Kids – Summer 2019
Creative Writing Summer Workshops at Storymakers This summer, I will be running one week of workshops for 7-10 year-olds and in addition, a week of English Revision for Year 5’s. Please go to the Storymakers website to book. The summer holiday creative writing bootcamp is back. Book Trailer Workshop 5th…
Thoughts on being an introvert
I’ve been thinking a lot recently, about being an introvert and what that means. I guess that’s something an introvert might typically do, but it’s helped me gain an understanding of the type of person I truly am. I often joke, there’s a reason why I’m a writer and not…
Nikki Young
Hi, I'm Nikki Young. Welcome to my author page and blog.
I'm a writer and lover of stories and my first book, a spy story for children aged 8-12, was published in April 2017.
I credit my lively imagination to an amazing childhood, growing up in Yorkshire and living in a cul-de-sac in the days when children were allowed to run free and left to make their own fun!
Now, I'm a mum of three, but in my head, I haven't really grown up and those memories of my childhood days remain strong and active.
