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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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Create a characterTurn this stick figure into a character by adding clothes and accessories. Fill in the blanks in the thoughts and speech bubbles, too.
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Planning your storyGet your story going with this quick plotting sheet. Who's your main character? What is the setting? How does it end?
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Story pick and mixChoose three cards, then make up your own story with them.
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Write a comic strip storyFill in the blanks to write your own story.
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.
Age: 9+Show me the links