It’s hard to believe we’re already more than halfway through the year! Summer often brings a welcome shift in rhythm—longer days, looser schedules, and (hopefully!) more time to read, write, or reflect. That makes it the perfect moment to check in with your writing goals. Whether...
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The picture book industry is evolving fast — but here’s the good news: debut authors are still landing agents and book deals...
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When we think about writing picture books, we usually focus first on craft: developing characters, honing language, creating page-turns, building heart and...
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If you’ve ever felt confused about the distinction between chapter books and middle grade fiction, you’re not alone. I often hear writers...
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"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,...
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“What I need is someone who will make me do what I can.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson. Would you like to finish a...
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