Write a Story
Top tips and inspiration for writing brilliant stories


Write a Story
Download a story starter activity sheet, visit our Quicklinks recommended websites, read and watch tips from Usborne authors – and get writing!
Activity sheets
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Creating charactersFill in these profiles to bring the protagonist of your ghost story to life.Age: 7+ yearsDownload
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Finding ideas for your storyFeeling stuck? Try borrowing a character from a book or film, and add new traits to make it your own.Age: 7+ yearsDownload
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Write your own adventure gamebookInspired by Curse Breaker, follow these tips and story opener to write your very own adventure gamebook!Age: 7+ yearsDownload
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Create your own villainWhat does your villain want? What is your villain's greatest weakness? Answer these questions and more then draw your villain!Age: 7+ yearsDownload
Quicklinks websites to visit
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Storywriting fun at home
Visit our recommended websites at Quicklinks for storywriting ideas to explore at home.
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Story starters
Visit our recommended websites at Quicklinks to find lots of storywriting inspiration.
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Write now!
Visit our recommended websites at Quicklinks to try online storywriting activities.
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For budding authors
Visit our recommended websites at Quicklinks for creative writing tips and techniques.
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