What is creative writing?

Well, it's just 'writing' really. It doesn't matter if you're working on a school composition, outlining a novel, or practicing for the essay portion of the SAT -- all writing is creative. The creativity comes from your inner voice: the language you choose and the unique way you put words together. When approached with a blank page (or a standardized writing prompt) students of all ages often find themselves overwhelmed trying to produce the "perfect" essay. You'v...