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Rosalinda Alcalá

@rosalinda87.bsky.social
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Storyteller & dev editor. Coaches writers. Accountability partner. Loves YA, MG, PB and women's fiction. Nonfiction includes sports, education, and finance. WWS-Writing Group. I lived life on the run--as a competitive runner. www.wordbouquet.net

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Rosalinda Alcalá @rosalinda87.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Your teen novel needs an antagonist. Who is the antagonist? Well, someone strong enough to match your protagonist. In my previous post, I mentioned that secondary characters had their own agendas and goals. The antagonist not only has their own agenda ... www.wordbouquet.net/post/the-ant...
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The Antagonist
The AntagonistBy Rosalinda AlcaláYour teen novel needs an antagonist. Who is the antagonist? Well, someone strong enough to match your protagonist. In my previous post, I mentioned that secondary char...
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Rosalinda Alcalá @rosalinda87.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
#kitlit #Amwriting #youngadultbooks #middlegrade #ownvoices #Weneeddiversebooks #writersofcolor #wip #selfpublishedauthor #writerslife #writingcommunity #ALLi
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Rosalinda Alcalá @rosalinda87.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Hi, if you are LinkedIn feel free to connect. Mention BlueSky. Cat is for attention. 😀
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Rosalinda Alcalá @rosalinda87.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
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Secondary Characters & Conflict
You’ve imagined your teen novel and main character, but you conjure up more characters. Carefully consider your main character’s friends, frenemies, and enemies. Secondary characters are not the focus...
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Rosalinda Alcalá @rosalinda87.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
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Teen Characters
So, you want to write a teen novel. Your mind is racing with ideas. Specifically, a homecoming football game. You know the one inspired from a movie, a real-life event, or your imagination. You can se...
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Rosalinda Alcalá @rosalinda87.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Types of Editors When writers complete a writing project they usually realize they need another pair of eyes on their work. The editor chosen most often is a copyeditor. This well-intentioned move to catch stray commas and polish the work is probably not the ... www.wordbouquet.net/post/types-o...
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Types of Editors
Types of EditorsBy Rosalinda AlcaláWhen writers complete a writing project they usually realize they need another pair of eyes on their work. The editor chosen most often is a copyeditor. This well-in...
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Rosalinda Alcalá @rosalinda87.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Let's play! In one sentence, tell us why the grapes are still on the vine. Hook us and make us want more. I’m Rosalinda and coach writers and edit. #amwriting #k12education #writing #sportswriting #kidlit
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Rosalinda Alcalá @rosalinda87.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Let's play! In one sentence, tell us why the grapes are still on the vine. Hook us and make us want more. I’m Rosalinda and coach writers and edit. #amwriting #k12education #writing #sportswriting #kidlit
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Rosalinda Alcalá @rosalinda87.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
During my hike yesterday, I noticed these beautiful daisies. Nature helps clear my thoughts and solve plot holes. When has nature inspired or helped you solve a writerly issue? I’m Rosalinda and I edit & coach writers. www.wordbouquet.net #YA #MG #Sportswriting #amwriting #kidlit #K12 #education
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Rosalinda Alcalá @rosalinda87.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
In one sentence disrupt this scene👇 with an inciting incident. Let the fun begin. Writers: I’m Rosalinda. I edit & coach writers at www.wordbouquet.net , where writing blooms. Outdoorsy people: make sure to wear sunblock. #amwriting #YA #MG #academicwriting #sportswriting #Kidlit #indie #ALLi
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Gama Valle | KidLit Author - is out on sub @gamavalle.com · 07/07/2026
So excited to be part of the 2026 @latinxkidlitbf.bsky.social! 🎉 Check out all the amazing (and FREE) sessions perfect for Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month! #LatinxKidLit #LKBF26 #kidlit
Poster announcing the Latinx Kidlit Book Festival Storytime entitled Choosing Kindness that goes live on September first. A virtual event were Gama Valle and Monica Roja will talk about their work.
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Rosalinda Alcalá @rosalinda87.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
I left another platform. I'm starting over on Bluesky.
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Rosalinda Alcalá @rosalinda87.bsky.social · 13/01/2025
I’m excited to share that Star 82 Review has published my micro nonfiction piece. star82review.com/12.4/alcala-...
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Star 82 Review | Issue 12.4
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