Do you have an interest in writing, but need help getting your creative juices flowing in the right direction? Do you have a frustrated 13-year-old inside who's dying to get out and tell the story from his point of view? Well, it's no wonder. Writing for young adults is an attractive-and potentially lucrative-genre for aspiring authors and seasoned professionals alike. The Complete Idiot's Guide to Writing and Publishing for Young Adultsis a comprehensive introduction to the ins and outs of writing fiction and nonfiction for a young adult audience. Information includes an overview of writing, from dialogue and point of view to plot, setting, and character construction; choosing an agent and publisher; and marketing your finished work. Whether you're just starting out or working on your next best-seller, the writing exercises, anecdotes, and inside information in this book will walk you through the process of writing and publishing in the young adult genre, from concept to creation.