Using Twitter incorrectly will cause your marketing efforts to backfire.
https://warriorwriters.wordpress.com/2016/01/28/twitter-for-writers-eight-ways-to-nuke-your-brand/
Thursday, March 31, 2016
Wednesday, March 30, 2016
Author Platform
What do agents and editors actually mean when they say you should have an author platform.
https://janefriedman.com/author-platform-definition/
https://janefriedman.com/author-platform-definition/
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marketing
Tuesday, March 29, 2016
Fictional Nonfiction
Can you still call a book nonfiction if it contains fictional elements?
http://www.kidlitfrenzy.com/kid-lit-frenzy/2016/2/16/nonfiction-picture-book-wednesday-fiction-in-childrens-nonfiction
http://www.kidlitfrenzy.com/kid-lit-frenzy/2016/2/16/nonfiction-picture-book-wednesday-fiction-in-childrens-nonfiction
Labels:
nonfiction
Monday, March 28, 2016
Picture Book Publishers
This website features detailed descriptions of the types of picture books put out by different publishers.
http://pbpublishers101.blogspot.com/
http://pbpublishers101.blogspot.com/
Labels:
picture_books,
publishers
Sunday, March 27, 2016
Books About Slavery
With all the current discussions about the depiction of slavery in picture books, it's important to read how other recent titles have handled the subject.
http://blogs.slj.com/afuse8production/2016/01/27/recent-books-on-slavery-for-young-people/#_
http://blogs.slj.com/afuse8production/2016/01/27/recent-books-on-slavery-for-young-people/#_
Saturday, March 26, 2016
Don't Ask Agents These Questions
If you ask a prospective agent these very basic questions, it shows you're not read to get an agent.
http://jetreidliterary.blogspot.com/2016/02/some-questions-you-shouldnt-ask.html
http://jetreidliterary.blogspot.com/2016/02/some-questions-you-shouldnt-ask.html
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agents
Friday, March 25, 2016
Picture Book Extra Features
What's involved in writing a book with extra features, like gatefolds and diecuts?
http://picturebookden.blogspot.com/2016/02/inspiration-for-picture-books-with.html
http://picturebookden.blogspot.com/2016/02/inspiration-for-picture-books-with.html
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picture_books
Thursday, March 24, 2016
World Building
There are many things you need to decide when building a completely new world.
https://warriorwriters.wordpress.com/2016/02/01/being-god-101-the-basics-of-world-building/
https://warriorwriters.wordpress.com/2016/02/01/being-god-101-the-basics-of-world-building/
Labels:
fantasy,
world_building
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Don't be "That" Author
You want to be an author that agents and editors want to work with.
https://kathytemean.wordpress.com/2014/08/10/agent-talk-7-ways-to-make-yourself-an-easy-author-to-work-with/
https://kathytemean.wordpress.com/2014/08/10/agent-talk-7-ways-to-make-yourself-an-easy-author-to-work-with/
Tuesday, March 22, 2016
Highlights Foundation Scholarship
Apply for a James Cross Giblin Scholarship to attend one of the many kidlit courses offered by the Highlights Foundation.
James Cross Giblin Scholarship
James Cross Giblin Scholarship
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scholarships
Monday, March 21, 2016
Freelance Editors
If you choose to hire an editor, make sure you find one who's right for you and your project.
http://blog.nathanbransford.com/2016/02/how-to-find-and-work-with-freelance.html
http://blog.nathanbransford.com/2016/02/how-to-find-and-work-with-freelance.html
Sunday, March 20, 2016
Series
If you're planning on a series, you need to plant plot hints along the way.
http://www.adventuresinyapublishing.com/2016/02/when-standalone-turns-into-series-by.html#.VtIiCfkrJlY
http://www.adventuresinyapublishing.com/2016/02/when-standalone-turns-into-series-by.html#.VtIiCfkrJlY
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series
Saturday, March 19, 2016
Question and Answer Time
Sell more books simply by moving the question and answer period after the signing.
http://blogs.publishersweekly.com/blogs/shelftalker/?p=18053
http://blogs.publishersweekly.com/blogs/shelftalker/?p=18053
Labels:
book_signings
Friday, March 18, 2016
Reinventing Your Career
Even the most successful writers sometimes need to do a course correct on their career.
http://cynthialeitichsmith.blogspot.com/2016/02/guest-post-linda-joy-singleton-on.html
http://cynthialeitichsmith.blogspot.com/2016/02/guest-post-linda-joy-singleton-on.html
Labels:
career
Thursday, March 17, 2016
Pacing
Getting the pacing of your story right is a balancing act.
http://writershelpingwriters.net/2016/02/19038/
http://writershelpingwriters.net/2016/02/19038/
Labels:
pacing
Wednesday, March 16, 2016
Children's Book Market
You need to pay attention to the market, but not write to the market.
http://kidlit.com/2016/02/22/writing-with-a-market-in-mind/
http://kidlit.com/2016/02/22/writing-with-a-market-in-mind/
Labels:
market
Tuesday, March 15, 2016
Revision
Revising is more than changing a few words and moving some scenes around.
http://www.childrensbookacademy.com/blogateers/going-deeper-with-revision-by-audrey-couloumbis
http://www.childrensbookacademy.com/blogateers/going-deeper-with-revision-by-audrey-couloumbis
Labels:
revisions
Monday, March 14, 2016
Historical Fiction
Yes, it's fiction, but you still need to do your research.
http://cynthialeitichsmith.blogspot.com/2016/02/guest-post-shawn-stout-on-historical.html
http://cynthialeitichsmith.blogspot.com/2016/02/guest-post-shawn-stout-on-historical.html
Labels:
historical,
research
Sunday, March 13, 2016
Character Names
Here are some thoughts on choosing your characters' names.
http://bookendsliterary.com/index.php/2016/02/17/whats-in-a-name-the-art-of-naming-characters/
http://bookendsliterary.com/index.php/2016/02/17/whats-in-a-name-the-art-of-naming-characters/
Labels:
characters,
names
Saturday, March 12, 2016
Friday, March 11, 2016
Nonfiction
There are many types of nonfiction in children's books.
http://christiewrightwild.blogspot.com/2016/02/types-of-nonfiction-in-childrens-books.html?spref=fb
http://christiewrightwild.blogspot.com/2016/02/types-of-nonfiction-in-childrens-books.html?spref=fb
Labels:
nonfiction
Thursday, March 10, 2016
Publisher Rights
It's important to understand the rights in your contract that the publisher may want to keep.
http://writersinthestormblog.com/2016/02/what-rights-does-a-publisher-really-need-part-1/
http://writersinthestormblog.com/2016/02/what-rights-does-a-publisher-really-need-part-1/
Wednesday, March 9, 2016
Writing Conferences
Get the most out of a writing conference by following these tips.
http://www.nikkiwoodsmedia.com/writing-conferences-reap-benefits-9-tips/
http://www.nikkiwoodsmedia.com/writing-conferences-reap-benefits-9-tips/
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conferences
Tuesday, March 8, 2016
Common Rejections
No one likes to receive rejections, but it's helpful to understand what the common ones are really trying to tell you.
http://taralazar.com/2016/02/02/common-rejections-and-what-they-mean/
http://taralazar.com/2016/02/02/common-rejections-and-what-they-mean/
Labels:
rejection
Monday, March 7, 2016
Book Signings
Careful planning is the key to having a successful book signing.
http://www.amarketingexpert.com/successful-book-signing/
http://www.amarketingexpert.com/successful-book-signing/
Labels:
book_signings
Researching with Twitter
Think of the Twitterverse as an introduction to experts in any field.
http://writershelpingwriters.net/2016/02/twitter-for-research/
http://writershelpingwriters.net/2016/02/twitter-for-research/
Labels:
research,
social_media
Sunday, March 6, 2016
Synopses
Here are nine tips to help you write the dreaded synopsis.
http://www.nownovel.com/blog/how-to-write-a-book-synopsis-tips/
http://www.nownovel.com/blog/how-to-write-a-book-synopsis-tips/
Labels:
synopsis
Saturday, March 5, 2016
New Agent
New agent Stephanie Fretwell-Hill represents everything from picture books to young adult.
Friday, March 4, 2016
Interiority
How do you find the balance between too much and too little interiority?
http://kidlit.com/2016/02/01/how-much-interiority-should-i-use/
http://kidlit.com/2016/02/01/how-much-interiority-should-i-use/
Labels:
interiority
Thursday, March 3, 2016
Writing Tips
A writer shares what she wishes she had known when first starting out.
http://picturebookden.blogspot.com/2016/01/my-top-ten-writing-tips-lynne-garner.html
http://picturebookden.blogspot.com/2016/01/my-top-ten-writing-tips-lynne-garner.html
Wednesday, March 2, 2016
Questions for Agents
During the excitement of "the call," don't forget to ask questions of your prospective agent.
Labels:
agents
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
Reader Empathy
You can increase your readers' empathy by showing the vulnerable side of your characters.
http://writershelpingwriters.net/2016/01/build-empathy-making-protagonist-feel-vulnerable/
http://writershelpingwriters.net/2016/01/build-empathy-making-protagonist-feel-vulnerable/
Labels:
characters
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