Susie Yakowicz

Topic Editor - Writing for Children, Editing
Susie Yakowicz - P.Y.
Susie Yakowicz - P.Y.

After working as a paralegal for over five years, Susie left the field of law and revisited her favorite pastime, writing - and has never looked back. She holds a bachelor's degree in English from the University of Colorado and has taken numerous postgraduate courses in writing and editing.

Her work has appeared in a variety of publications for children and adults, including Imagination Cafe, Boys’ Quest, Learning Through History, Our Little Friend, Stories for Children, Wee Ones Magazine, The Fargo Forum, Dog Fancy, Animal Wellness, and Writing-world.com. In addition, she has written and published four historical books - Steel Glory: The Life of Shipbuilder Arthur Sewall (biography), From Down East to Midwest: The Memoirs of Margaret Sewall Hector (memoir), Saving the Schooner (young adult historical fiction), and Fire Runner (young adult historical fiction). She is a longtime member of the Society of Children’s Books Writers and Illustrators.

As a feature writer and Suite 101's Writing for Children Topic Editor and Editing Topic Editor, Susie is thrilled to be able to share her knowledge and passion for children's writing and editing. Among her many articles published at Suite, she has earned Editor's Choice Awards for the following:

Susie lives in Eagan, Minnesota, with her family. For more information on her writing background, interests, and editing services, please visit her website at www.susieyakowicz.com or her new blog, Writing from Minnesota.

Latest Articles

 		Writing Contests Help Children's Writers Kick-Start Their Career
Writing contests are a great way for new children's writers to get published. Learn the other benefits of these contests and how to go about finding one.
Apr 26, 2012 - Susie Yakowicz
Popularity of Newbery Medal Books for Kids May Depend on Decade
The Newbery Medal has recognized outstanding books for children since 1922, but what does history say about the popularity of these books through the years?
Apr 11, 2012 - Susie Yakowicz
Who Will Edit My Writing? A Guide to Finding an Editor
Freelance editors are plentiful, but finding the right person for the job can be confusing for writers. Learn where to look and how to narrow down a search.
Mar 13, 2012 - Susie Yakowicz
Five Dos and Don'ts for Using Italics in Writing
Italics can enhance and clarify writing but can also be distracting and unprofessional if overdone. Here are five dos and don'ts for using italics.
Feb 17, 2012 - Susie Yakowicz
The Shenandoah of 1890: Sailing Ship Extraordinaire
The Shenandoah of 1890 was built by Arthur Sewall & Co. of Bath, Maine, in a last effort to keep wooden sailing ships alive. Did she let her builder down?
Feb 7, 2012 - Susie Yakowicz
Historical Societies: A Gold Mine for Writers
Historical societies have a wealth of resources to offer writers. Learn about the types of historical societies and how best to use them.
Jan 25, 2012 - Susie Yakowicz
Writing for Kids: 10 Reasons Manuscripts Get Rejected
Are you writing a book or story for children? Learn why manuscripts get rejected by editors and how you can increase your chances of an acceptance.
Jan 11, 2012 - Susie Yakowicz
Style Books: No Rule Against Starting Sentences with Conjunctions
Is it okay to begin a sentence with a conjunction, like "and" or "but"? Style books suggest it's an acceptable practice but should be used carefully.
Dec 5, 2011 - Susie Yakowicz
The Flyball Box: Simple Dog Sport Apparatus Not So Simple
The flyball box is the ball-launching apparatus used in the dog sport of flyball. Learn how the box has evolved and why careful training in box work is key.
Nov 22, 2011 - Susie Yakowicz
Children's Magazine Reprints – Reselling Stories and Articles
Reselling children's stories and articles is a great way to earn extra cash and exposure for previously published material. Here's how to submit a reprint.
Oct 31, 2011 - Susie Yakowicz