This book is a fun cheerleader for writing. Fun images with dynamic movement, this book stays focused on its purpose of encouraging the reader to write no matter what! While it scratches the surface of the benefits of writing, it glosses over the difficulties a writer may have. Would be more meaningful if the reality of difficulties was approached and ways to positively move past them were offered.The star-pencil guide holds promise. Hopefully as this proof evolves, so does that little avatar with helpful guidance.

Thanks to NetGalley for sharing this DRC with me for an honest review.

This engaging rhyme encourages all children to write, in whatever medium and format works best for them. This will inspire young writers, both those who have been reluctant and eager to write and acknowledge all the times they write, which may not seem like much.

This is an excellent addition to any school as it can be used to get the younger grades pumped up for writing. It may also be a great fit for a home collection to inspire a young writer.

Thank you to Capstone and Net Galley for the eARC! All opinions are my own.

Cute! A very simple rhyme structure is used to encourage kids (or anyone reading) to start writing. I think developing early writing skills is SO IMPORTANT so I'm glad a book like this exists! The "story" itself is pretty simple but there are some great resources in the back that explain the "why" and "how" of it all. A perfect book to have in a classroom.

“Write Here, Write Now” by Rebecca Gardyn Levington is motivating for reluctant young writers. Each page comes with bite-sized text so kids can think about an idea before another one is presented to them. The illustrations are also very engaging. I particularly enjoyed the star-shaped pencil that appears throughout the book. I look forward to sharing this book with my students!

This is a wonderful book to encourage young readers to become young writers. Readers are encouraged to write anywhere at any time and to write anything they want to write. This is such an important thing to encourage at a young age because people who read and write well can accomplish so much. Thanks to NetGalley for letting me read this.

This picture book encourages kids to explore creative writing. The simple, rhyming text tells them that they can write anywhere and at any time, and describes different approaches that they might take to telling a story. The book also names different types of writing projects, including screenplays, articles, and journals, instead of just focusing on writing a short story or novel. The illustrations are also very appealing, with lots of soft colors and diverse representation.

This book encourages its readers to express themselves through writing, and to know that they can change people's minds and enrich the world by sharing parts of themselves through their work. My one notable critique is that the author tells you to share "your truth." My eyes roll so hard every time I see that phrase. You can share the truth about what happened to you. You can share the truth about your life. But if something is actually true, then it's just true, and it's not "your" truth. Personalizing something in that way just undermines it, making it sound like it's just your private feeling that has no basis in reality outside yourself.

Overall, I enjoyed this book, and I would recommend it to people who are looking for an upbeat, joyful way to encourage writing. This would be great in a classroom context, and it would be a wonderful gift for an aspiring writer.

This was such a cute read! Its a perfect book for kids who are starting to learn to write or even middle school aged kids who are starting to learn essays! I would definitely purchase this book for my son!

Thank you NetGalley and Capstone for the Advanced Reader Copy!

Gripping rhythm, stunning artwork, and a fantastic message. I cannot wait for my future children to read this one, and I'll be recommended it to my local library when it comes out as well. I think this would definitely instill an interest in writing in any kid.

I loved this book! Its diversity of children with such a strong message is refreshing. I would read it to my class and add it to my class library. The illustrations are beautiful.

I will recommend that my colleagues get copies of this book. It’s an especially good book for the beginning of the year for teaching students why we write and helping them brainstorm ideas for future writing pieces.

Love! Love! Love! I love this book so much.

The rhyming pattern is smooth and unforced, so it has a wonderful, unstuttered flow. The art is vibrant and celebratory. And the message about writing... Yes! I feel absolutely inspired. I want to write!

This is the perfect book for inspiring children—either those who already love to write, or those that might need a bit more of a nudge.

Everyone is a writer. They can write wherever they are, about whatever brings them joy, and make a difference in the world. The artwork is inclusive, the message sincere, and the rhyming on point. I can see this being a great mentor text for young readers and writers. I hope to snag a physical copy for my bookshelf after it is published in January.

Until then I am grateful for NetGalley and Capstone for providing me with a digital copy. Add this to your TBR. You are going to love it as much as I did.

Oh I really enjoyed this rhyming book that inspires and reassures children to write in all and any forms and for all reasons. For preschoolers and up, this book shows the power that writing can have and stresses that in terms of expression there is no right or wrong. I can see this book being a great read in a classroom to encourage anxious or reluctant students, and one on one, to motivate children to flex their writing muscle. The diversity in the illustrations didn't feel forced and tokenish because the text messaging is that all can write and be writers. I appreciated the inclusion of two visibly Muslim girls in the pictures and look forward to sharing this book with my kids and their classes when it is published.

This is a cute and encouraging book. I have never seen a book encouraging kids to write, and I love the idea! The pictures are also so pretty! I also love that writing prompts are included at the end of the book.

Are you looking for a book to engage and inspire young writers? This book offers an invitation to young writers to get out there and try writing in its many forms, mediums and in a way that works for the individual. The illustrations are bright and engaging along with the text.
This is a great book to use in an elementary classroom to engage kids in writing. This would be a perfect addition to classroom, school and public libraries.

Thank you Net Galley, Rebecca Gardyn Levington and Capstone for the opportunity to preview this title. The opinions expressed are my own.
The book is expected to be available Jan. 1, 2025.


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Write Here, Write Now is the absolute perfect book for any child! As a mother of a Kindergartener who is just learning to write, I thought this was a beautiful message of how you don’t need to be perfect to be a writer, all you have to do is believe and just start! The illustrations in this book were also incredibly beautiful! This will absolutely be a book that I’d purchase and read to my daughter!

To be a writer, you just have to write! Love this young children's book encouraging early writer's to share their stories - any stories that pop in their creative minds! The illustrations throughout the book are captivating and colorful. I will certainly be recommending this book for my young niece!

As a reader, I truly hope my children grow to love reading and writing as much as I do. The beautiful illustrations in this book are paired with uplifting, encouraging words that inspire creativity in kids—a combination I absolutely love! I’ll definitely be picking up a copy when it’s released.

Thank you, NetGalley!

As an adult reader and a writer/aspiring author, this one brought tears to my eyes. I will absolutely be grabbing a copy and reading it to myself for inspiration, not to mention reading it to my kids. I struggle even calling myself a writer since I’m not published, but this book turns that on its head. I love the imagery and inclusiveness of all the different ways we can write and express ourselves. These are the kinds of books that can change the world! The illustrations are incredible and the perfect fit for this book.

Thank you so much to the author, illustrator, Capstone and NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for an honest review!

This book was just perfect! There aren’t a lot of books that I have read with my children about writing, and this book was so informative and empowering for them. The illustrations were captivating and the rhyming kept them engaged.