So, you’ve written a fantastic children's book and now it’s time to bring your words to life with illustrations that capture the magic of your story. How do you begin finding an illustrator? First and foremost, if you are pursuing traditional publishing for your children's book—stop! It’s...
Read More
One of the most anxiety-inducing parts of writing a query letter—especially for new writers—is the dreaded author bio. I can’t tell you how...
Read More
You’ve done your research. You’ve identified a list of agents who seem like a good fit for your work. You’ve polished your...
Read More
If you’re revising a children’s book manuscript and wondering, “Is it really ready to submit?”—this is for you. I’m thrilled to announce a...
Read More
"How do I know if/when my manuscript is ready to submit?" As a children's book author, editor, and educator, this is one...
Read More
One of the questions I’m asked most often by students, editing clients, and fellow picture book creators alike, is: Do I really...
Read More
"I want to write/publish a children's book, but where do I even start?" As a children’s book author, professor of children’s literature,...
Read More
One of the most valuable assets a writer can cultivate is a unique and recognizable voice. But what exactly is “voice,” and...
Read More
Voice is one of the most defining aspects of a picture book, and understanding the three key types—character, narrative, and authorial—can help...
Read More
A critical component of writing strong dialogue—and something that editors are particularly meticulous about—is the dialogue tag, also known as a speech...
Read More