What Makes a Picture Book Work? A Layered Look
When a picture book works—really works—it feels almost effortless. The story flows, the voice sings, and the art and text come together in perfect harmony. But behind that seemingly simple...
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Capturing, 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...
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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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