Blog Category: Writing and Publishing

Dial-A-Story: The Halloween Edition

Posted 10/26/21 by Regina S

Give us a ring for a spooky treat.

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Books Written by Teen Authors

Posted 03/29/21 by Anne K

Books written by teens!

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One Hit Wonders

Posted 03/22/21 by Anne K

One hit wonders in the literature world.

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Mildred D. Taylor Wins Children's Literature Legacy Award

Posted 02/24/21 by Regina S

Author with Toledo roots wins prestigious American Library Association Award

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Creative Writing Workshops Return!

Posted 02/18/21 by Maddison S

Whether you have a new creative piece you've been working on or you have been itching for the inspiration to begin writing, our upcoming writing workshops may be the place for you.

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Caldecott Contenders - Part 1

Posted 01/05/21 by Regina S

Check out the best picture books of 2020.

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Caldecott Contenders - Part 2

Posted 01/05/21 by Regina S

Check out the best picture books of 2020.

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Caldecott Contenders - Part 3

Posted 01/05/21 by Regina S

Check out the best picture books of 2020!

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Caldecott Read-In Goes Virtual

Posted 12/22/20 by Regina S

Check out our librarians' favorite picks to win the 2021 Caldecott Award.

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NaNoWriMo Writing Workshops at TLCPL!

Posted 10/26/20 by Maddison S

November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) and the Library’s writing workshops will be participating to help you reach your goals. Read further for more information about the month-long challenge, the workshops and the Library’s accessible resources for writers.

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Blogging 101: Creating Engaging Content

Posted 10/22/20 by April S

Learn how to create blog content that speaks to your target audience in a real way.

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Podcasting for Everyone!

Posted 10/20/20 by Patrick Cook

Maybe you've listened to some podcasts. Maybe not. But did you know you can make them yourself? The Library has all the information you could want about putting your voice onto the world stage.

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Blogging 101: Digital Marketing for Beginners

Posted 06/04/20 by April S

Learn the basics of digital and content marketing to improve your blog or website.

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Blogging 101: Google Analytics for Beginners

Posted 06/03/20 by April S

Learn how you can use insights gleamed from Google Analytics to improve your blog or website.

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Blogging 101: SEO for Beginners

Posted 06/02/20 by April S

Learn more about SEO to increase the traffic to your blog or website.

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Blogging 101: What Blogging Entails

Posted 05/27/20 by April S

Learn how creating quality blog content can help expand your reach and in turn grow your brand.

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Blogging 101: How to Start a Blog

Posted 05/26/20 by April S

Learn the basics of blogging  and launch your  blog today.

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Read, Write, Get Inspired

Posted 07/26/19 by April S

Writing tips and resources to inspire your next writing adventure.

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Toledo Streets Newspaper Archive Now Available

Posted 12/11/18 by John D

The Local History and Genealogy department of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library has partnered with Toledo Streets, the local nonprofit news organization that helps those experiencing poverty with the opportunity to economically empower themselves. The first 74 issues of the newspaper are now available online through the Library.

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Writing a Good Story is Never Easy: Explore Effective Plot Strategies for Your Novel

Posted 11/29/18 by April S

Learn more about creating powerful plots for your next novel by exploring writing elements like story setting, plot and characters.

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Writing Craft: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Horror and Everything In Between

Posted 11/20/18 by April S

Writing books featuring a host of amazing authors including Ray Bradbury, Stephen King, Ramsey Campbell, Neil Gaiman, George R. R. Martin, Joyce Carol Oates, Philip Pullman and many more.

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5 Tips for Writing Mysteries and Thrillers That Will Hook Readers from Start to Finish

Posted 11/13/18 by April S

From plot twists to character development to psychological tension - explore ways to hook the reader and keep their attention from start to finish.

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Learn More About Writing Books for Children and Young Adults

Posted 11/06/18 by April S

Resources for individuals interested in writing and publishing a book for children or young adults.

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Developing Characters That Resonate With Readers

Posted 06/21/18 by April S

Learn how to develop memorable characters for your next novel.

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The Art of Storytelling: 5 Tips on Crafting Compelling Storylines

Posted 05/08/18 by April S

Tips and resources to help you craft compelling storylines and draft dynamic dialogue.

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