How authors use humor in kidlit
These authors exercise their funny bones in children’s and young adult literature. Read More “How authors use humor in kidlit”
Writing for Young Readers
The state of YA in 2022
A dozen young adult authors weigh in on the 10 biggest trends they see in their genre. Read More “The state of YA in 2022”
Gigi Will Know: Why do my illustrations look so disappointing in print?
How do illustrators keep their work true to color? Read More “Gigi Will Know: Why do my illustrations look so disappointing in print?”
Six steps toward finding your inner child on the page
How to think like a kid again as you write for young readers. Read More “Six steps toward finding your inner child on the page”
The In-Betweeners: Bridging the gap between middle grade and YA
Add to FavoritesTwo years ago, during the Writing Popular Fiction MFA winter residency at Seton Hill University, a discussion broke out amongst my students in … Read More “The In-Betweeners: Bridging the gap between middle grade and YA”
Gigi Will Know: Can my child protagonist use adult vocabulary for the sake of the narrative?
Add to FavoritesHave a query about craft? Need some clarification on an aspect of the publishing industry? Looking for career advice? Email your queries to … Read More “Gigi Will Know: Can my child protagonist use adult vocabulary for the sake of the narrative?”
Conference Insider: WriteOnCon
Events all across the world may be going virtual in 2021, but this three-day kidlit conference has been fully online for more than 10 years. Read More “Conference Insider: WriteOnCon”
How to structure your picture books for success
These tried-and-true structures can provide a blueprint for your picture book plot. Read More “How to structure your picture books for success”
Dream team: Coauthors in kidlit
Collaborations help kidlit authors find new readers, bust creative blocks, better their craft, and increase accountability – plus snag a paycheck for spending time with a fellow writer. What’s not to love? Read More “Dream team: Coauthors in kidlit”
Could you write a new children’s book every day for a year? This author can.
One man’s inspired quest to write a children’s book for his daughter – and the world – every day. Read More “Could you write a new children’s book every day for a year? This author can.”
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The Writer’s Conference
September 17, 2022 Sponsored By Thank you to all who attended our conference on September 17, 2022! Sign up for our mailing list now … Read More “The Writer’s Conference”
Three elements that create a strong opening sentence
The importance of opening with character, setting, and emotion. Read More “Three elements that create a strong opening sentence”
Opportunities for writers: September 2022
Here are the deadlines that caught our eye this month, September 2022. Read More “Opportunities for writers: September 2022”