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From Theme to Story: Turning Abstract Ideas into Specific Stories
Themes are the big ideas that give stories depth and meaning… that make them resonate long after the first read. But when it comes to picture books, it’s important to...
Read MoreCapturing, Organizing and Developing Ideas
In December I wrote about being ready to receive – and record – ideas whenever and wherever they come. I also mentioned a few tools I use to capture inspiration...
Read MoreCrowdfunding a Picture Book 101
First completed illustration for Julie Hedlund’s “My Love for You is the Sun” My friend, fellow writer and editing client, Julie Foster Hedlund, is conducting a unique experiment in hybrid...
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