School Visits

 What are some of the hardest parts of doing school visits?

https://scbwi.blogspot.com/2025/10/lets-talk-about-school-visits-with.html

Award Scams

 How do you identify and avoid awards that are really scams?

https://writerbeware.blog/2019/04/26/awards-profiteers-how-writers-can-recognize-them-and-why-they-should-avoid-them/

Picture Book Endings

 How do you write a picture book ending that leaves your reader satisfied?

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/the-art-of-picture-book-endings/

Anthologies

 There are both pros and cons in writing for an anthology.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/10/the-pros-and-cons-of-writing-for-anthologies/

Openings

 Here are twelve ways NOT to start a novel.

https://annerallen.com/2025/09/12-ways-not-to-start-a-novel/

Boring Characters

 It's hard for readers to connect with a boring character.

https://www.goodstorycompany.com/blog/boring-characters

Story Ideas

 Develop your story idea by asking "what if?"

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/what-if-the-golden-question-for-picture-book-ideas/

Newsletters

 How do you connect with your readers through newsletters?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/09/newsletter-magic-without-math/

Memorable Main Characters

 It's not easy to make your main character memorable with the limited word count of picture books.

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/creating-memorable-main-characters-in-under-500-words/

Picture Book TItles

 Your picture book title can make or break your sales.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/tiny-but-mighty-why-picture-book-titles-make-or-break-your-sale/

Copy Editing

 How to become your own copy editor.

https://writersrumpus.com/2025/09/16/how-to-become-your-own-copy-editor/

Primary Sources

 Using primary sources will enhance your nonfiction book.

https://bethandersonwriter.com/2025/09/05/behind-the-scenes-how-primary-sources-can-grow-your-nonfiction-nature-picture-book-by-lynn-street/

Dialogue

 Be sure to avoid the dreaded infodump when using writing to provide backstory and world building.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/10/dialogue-for-backstory-and-worldbuilding/

Writing Rules

 Writing "rules" should really be considered writing guidelines.

https://annerallen.com/2025/10/writing-rules-are-only-guidelines/

Pacing

 The pacing of your book influences its emotional impact.

https://www.writersdigest.com/pacing-for-emotional-impact-in-fiction-building-tension-and-release-in-a-novel

Genre

 Does the genre of your book matter?

Hook vs. Inciting Incident

 What's the difference between a story's hook and its inciting incident?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/10/how-to-tell-the-difference-between-a-hook-and-inciting-incident/

Editing Other People's Work

 When editing or reviewing someone else's work, it never hurts to try a little kindness.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/10/try-a-little-kindness/

Plots and Story Arcs

  One way to think of a picture book story plot is to think of a character who has a problem.

https://robsanderswrites.blogspot.com/2011/01/plot-and-story-arc.html

7-Point Story Structure

 A 7-point story structure can provide a foundation for your manuscript.

https://nathanbaugh.substack.com/p/7-point-story-structure

Literary Journals

 Here are thirteen questions to consider before submitting to a literary journal.

https://www.erikadreifus.com/how-to-submit-to-a-literary-journal/

Co-Authors

 Can you and a writing friend work together as co-authors on a project?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/09/writing-friend-become-coauthor/

Is it a Picture Book?

 How do you know if what you've written is a picture book?

https://www.highlightsfoundation.org/2018/03/08/how-do-you-know-if-youve-written-a-picture-book/

Weather

 Avoid cliches when using weather to create a mood in your story.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/09/use-weather-to-create-mood/

Copyright

 How does a copyright protect your intellectual property?

https://www.sfwa.org/2025/09/11/protecting-your-intellectual-property-what-you-need-to-know-about-copyright/

Poetry Books

 How do you turn your collection of poems into a book?

https://kidlitsurvivalguide.substack.com/p/the-swag-update

Swag

 What are some good ideas for book marketing swag.

https://kidlitsurvivalguide.substack.com/p/the-swag-update

First Five Pages

 Make sure your first five pages are extra sparkly to catch the eyes of an agent.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/09/how-to-polish-your-first-5-pages-for-agents/

Flattering Emails Scam

 Chances are those flattering emails you receive about your book are a scam.

https://annerallen.com/2025/09/those-flattering-emails-filling-your-inbox-an-ai-scam/

Voice vs. Tone

 What's the difference between voice and tone, and why does it matter?

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/voice-vs-tone-whats-the-difference-and-why-it-matters/

Picture Books and the Three-Act Structure

 Yes, picture books can also benefit from a three-act structure.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/three-act-structure-for-picture-books-yes-it-exists/

Best Websites for Writers

 From Writers Digest, here's a list of the best websites for writers.

https://www.writersdigest.com/writers-digest-101-best-websites-for-writers

Critique Checklist

 Using a critique checklist can make your notes on your own or someone else's manuscript more useful.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2013/06/using-a-critique-checklist-or-how-not-to-look-like-a-twit/

Middle-Grade Novels

 Here are some hints for writing a middle-grade novel.

https://www.right-writing.com/middle-grade.html

Creative Guides

 How can you use mentor texts as creative guides?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/09/dissecting-creative-guides/

Critique Groups

 How can you make yourself the most useful writer in your critique group?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/09/make-yourself-the-most-useful-critiquer/

Submissions Process

 Demystify the entire process of submitting to an agent or editor.

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/demystifying-the-submissions-process/

Secondary Characters

 Secondary characters add depth to your story.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/the-secret-power-of-secondary-characters-in-picture-books/

Writing Elements

 Use the five elements of writing to immerse your readers.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2024/05/using-the-5-elements-of-writing-to-immerse-readers/

Novel Plots

 Here are five paths to plotting your novel.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/08/5-paths-to-plotting-your-novel/

Character Descriptions

 How do you describe a character's physical appearance without using a mirror reflection?

https://smack-dab-in-the-middle.blogspot.com/2025/08/no-reflections.html

Formatting Manuscripts

 Format your manuscript the correct way.

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/formatting-a-picture-book-manuscript-the-right-way/

Characters

 Make every character count.

https://writerunboxed.com/2021/11/09/make-every-character-count/

Nonfiction

 How do you write a nonfiction book that will catch the interest of an agent or editor.

https://www.highlightsfoundation.org/2025/08/06/5-ways-to-make-your-nonfiction-manuscript-capture-an-editor-or-agents-attention/

Marketing Scams

 Watch out for these marketing scams aimed at authors.

https://writerbeware.blog/2025/08/01/return-of-the-nigerian-prince-a-new-twist-on-book-marketing-scams/

Character-Driven Picture Books

 What makes a picture book character driven?

https://wwwpamcalvert.blogspot.com/2013/07/picture-book-university-character.html

Author Platform

 How can a picture book writer create an author platform?

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/how-to-build-an-author-platform-as-a-picture-book-writer/

Unlikeable Characters

 How do you get your readers to invest in an unlikeable character?

https://janefriedman.com/writing-unlikeable-characters/

New Client Questions

 What are some questions new clients ask an agent?

https://www.agentsandbooks.com/honest-answers-to-the-questions-new/

Character Needs

 Tap into your characters' unmet needs to strengthen your story.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/07/tap-into-your-characters-unmet-need-to-strengthen-your-story/

Powerful Picture Books

 What can you do to make your picture book more powerful?

https://www.highlightsfoundation.org/2014/07/15/7-pointers-for-writing-powerful-picture-books/

Inciting Incidents

 What is an inciting incident and how do you write it?

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2020/04/everything-you-need-to-know-about-inciting-incidents

Picture Book Endings

 What makes a great ending for your picture book?

https://www.wordsandpics.org/2016/04/ask-picture-book-editor.html

Positive Traits

 Check out this list of positive character traits.

https://shopwritershelpingwriters.net/pages/list-of-positive-traits

First Drafts

 Write your first draft for yourself--there are no rules.

https://annerallen.com/2025/07/write-your-first-draft-for-yourself/

Repressed Emotions

 How to show, not tell, your character's repressed emotions.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/09/show-repressed-emotions/

Trends

 Should you chase trends when writing your book?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/09/chasing-trends-a-writers-dilemma/

Picture Book Word Count

 How many words should a picture book have?

https://www.wheatmark.com/how-many-words-should-a-picture-book-have/

Middle Grades

 Six golden rules for writing middle grade.

https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/6-golden-rules-of-writing-middle-grade

Writing for Children

 Here are some tips on writing for children.

https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/6-tips-on-writing-for-children

Submission Mistakes

 Here are some common mistakes when submitting a picture book manuscript.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/business/10-common-mistakes-in-submitting-picture-books-and-how-to-avoid-them/

Picture Book?

 How do you know if what you've written is a picture book or not?

https://www.highlightsfoundation.org/2018/03/08/how-do-you-know-if-youve-written-a-picture-book/

Critique Feedback

 How do you evaluate the feedback you receive on your story.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2008/04/evaluating-critique-feedback/

Critique Groups

 Why do you need a writing partner and/or a critique group?

https://www.lisapoisso.com/2019/06/15/critique-partner-writing-group/

Submission Tracking

 The key to managing your submissions is to carefully keep track of them.

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/submission-tracking-the-key-to-managing-your-submissions/

Art Notes

 Should you include art notes with your picture book manuscript.

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/how-when-to-use-art-notes-in-picture-book-manuscripts

Publicists

 Here are ten things a publicist wants you to know.

https://kathleenschmidt.substack.com/p/10-things-your-publicist-wants-you

Deep Point of View

 There's more than one way to write deep POV.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/08/unlock-the-freedom-to-cheat-deep-pov/

Emotions

 How do you "show, not tell" emotions?

https://www.deareditor.com/2022/10/re-how-do-i-show-dont-tell-emotions/

Picture Book Concepts

 How can you make your picture book concept amongst all the look-alike stories?

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/what-makes-a-picture-book-concept-fresh-in-a-crowd-of-lookalikes/

Five Senses

 Here are five ways to engage your readers' all five senses.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/08/5-ways-to-engage-all-5-senses-without-overwhelming-readers/

Mystery Settings

 The setting of your book can help shape the mystery.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/08/how-setting-shapes-mystery/

Chapter Endings

 How to write chapter endings that make your readers want to turn the page.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/08/how-to-write-killer-chapter-endings-that-hook-readers/

Character Wounds

 How to develop emotional wounds and character misbeliefs.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/08/how-to-develop-character-wounds-and-misbeliefs/

Conflict

 Use these four levels of conflict to strengthen your story.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/08/strengthen-your-story-with-conflict/

Book Festivals

 Here are some tips for selling your book at a book festival table.

https://scbwikitetales.com/2025/08/06/ask-an-editor-advice-for-selling-at-tables/

Deep Point of View

 There are four layers to deep point of view.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2021/07/the-4-important-layers-of-deep-point-of-view/

Developmental Editing

 Developmental editing is more than just checking grammar.

https://scotteagan.blogspot.com/2025/08/developmental-editing-is-more-than.html

Pre-School Picture Books

 How do you write a picture book that will resonate with preschoolers?

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/how-to-write-a-picture-book-that-resonates-with-preschoolers/

Infodumps

 How do you fix the dreaded infodump?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/08/writing-101-how-to-fix-an-infodump/

Pairing Beginnings and Endings

 Here are some hints on how to pair your ending with your beginning.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/08/pair-your-books-beginning-and-ending/

Paragraphing

 The way you choose to paragraph your manuscript can add a great deal to your story.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/08/the-power-of-paragraphing/

Picture Book Word Counts

 What's the rule about word counts for picture books and can it be broken?

https://www.highlightsfoundation.org/2019/04/08/picture-book-word-count-and-other-rules-meant-to-be-broken/

Unsolicited Manuscripts

 Here's a list of publishers who don't require you have an agent to submit your manuscript.

https://thestorytellersshelfpodcast.com/submit-childrens-book-without-agent/

Scene Endings

 Here are five ways to end a scene.

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/types-of-scene-endings/

Picture Book Pacing

 Pacing is what separates a flat picture book from a story that practically reads itself out loud.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/what-i-wish-everyone-knew-about-picture-book-pacing/

Authentic Characters

 Authentic characters act like real people.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/07/the-key-to-writing-authentic-characters/

Setting

 How do you amp up your story's setting?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/07/amp-up-your-story-setting/

Author Platform

 What is an author platform and how do you create one?

https://janefriedman.com/author-platform-definition/

Chapter 1

 What should be in the first chapter of your novel?

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2025/07/where-to-start-chapter-1-in-a-novel

Picture Book Pagination

 Should you paginate your picture book manuscript in your submission?

https://debbieohi.com/2022/06/pagination/

Unexpected Characters

 How do you create characters who aren't perfect and kids find relatable.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/the-unexpected-hero-how-to-create-main-characters-kids-want-to-cheer-for/

Picture Book Characters

 Kids love characters that defy expectations.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/cranky-crocodiles-brave-brussel-sprouts-why-character-contradictions-work/

Nonfiction Openings

 How to start your nonfiction book with a bang.

https://insights.bookbub.com/how-to-start-nonfiction-book-bang/

Marketing and Publicity

 Your publisher will attempt to both market and gain publicity for your book.

https://literaticat.tumblr.com/post/717762381507330048/very-little-of-what-was-mentioned-in-my-marketing

Author Visits

 How do you keep students engaged during an author visit?

https://www.annettewhipple.com/2025/07/engaging-students-during-author-visit.html

Companion Novels

 Companion novels exist in the same universe but concentrate on a different main character.

https://www.mindymcginnis.com/blog/vitalis

Emotion Amplifiers

Emotion Amplifiers influence what a character feels by reducing their ability to think critically.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/07/emotion-amplifier-playbook-for-antagonists/

Criticism

 Are you (and your manuscript) ready to take criticism?

https://writerunboxed.com/2025/07/31/how-to-take-criticism/

Motifs

 How repeating elements, or motifs, give picture books power.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/uncategorized/not-edited-the-magic-of-motif-how-repeating-elements-give-picture-books-power/

Picture Book Basics

 Here are five steps to consider when writing a picture book.

https://www.penguin.co.uk/discover/articles/how-to-write-childrens-picture-book

Character Needs

 Here are five things every character needs.

https://www.writingforward.com/storytelling/five-things-your-characters-need

Scenes

 What is the one question you should ask about every scene?

https://jamespowellediting.substack.com/p/the-one-question-you-must-ask-about

Writing Funny

 Humor mistakes to avoid--and what really makes kids laugh.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/uncategorized/not-edited-writing-funny-picture-books-without-trying-too-hard/

Rejection

 How do you survive rejection on your writer's journey?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/07/ways-to-survive-rejection-on-a-writers-journey/

Media Guides

 Which media outlets cover books, who doesn't, and what's working.

https://kathleenschmidt.substack.com/p/a-media-guide-for-authors

Antagonists

 Her are ten traits of strong antagonists.

http://blog.janicehardy.com/2013/07/10-traits-of-strong-antagonist.html

Picture Book Endings

 How to end a picture book so readers sigh, laugh, or cheer (and not shrug).

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/how-to-end-a-picture-book-so-readers-sigh-laugh-or-cheer-not-shrug/

Hidden Experiences

 Relating your character's hidden experiences will help draw in your readers.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/07/how-to-use-hidden-experiences-to-pull-readers-in/

Negative Traits

 Here's a list of negative traits to use in showing your character's darker side.

https://shopwritershelpingwriters.net/pages/list-of-negative-traits

Purple Prose

 Avoid purple prose--overly elaborate or self indulgent writing--in your stories.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/07/writing-101-avoiding-purple-prose/

Picture Book Plot Twists

 It's not easy to include a plot twist in a book with just a few hundred words.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/plot-twists-how-to-surprise-readers-in-500-words/

Picture Book Mistakes

 Here are ten mistakes to avoid when writing picture books.

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/top-10-mistakes-to-avoid-when-writing-picture-books/

Settings

 How to find symbols in your setting.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/07/find-symbols-in-your-settings/

First Lines

 How to write unforgettable first lines.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/07/how-to-write-an-unforgettable-first-line/

Unexpected Character Details

 Unexpected details will help build unforgettable characters.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/steal-this-strategy-use-unexpected-details-build-unforgettable-characters/

Witty Characters

 How to write witty characters without making it seem as if you're trying too hard.

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/the-secret-to-writing-witty-characters-without-trying-so-hard/

Getting Started With Picture Books

Make sure you learn the basics of picture books before you start writing one.

https://debbieohi.com/2025/07/picturebooks101-gettingstarted/ 

Alternate Histories

 How do you build a believable alternate history for your novel?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/07/the-what-ifs-of-building-believable-alternate-history/

Book Marketing

 Here are five essentials for marketing your book.

https://scotteagan.blogspot.com/2025/06/when-do-i-decide-to-reject.html

Rejection

 At what point in reading a manuscript does an agent choose to reject?

https://scotteagan.blogspot.com/2025/06/when-do-i-decide-to-reject.html

Dialogue Techniques

 There is more than one way to write dialogue.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/04/writing-101-effective-dialogue-techniques/

Write What You Know?

 Should you write what you know or experiment?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/06/should-you-write-what-you-know/

Generic Reactions

 Don't limit your characters to non-specific, generic reactions.

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2020/03/avoid-these-generic-reactions

Inventing Words

 There's nothing wrong with inventing words in your writing.

https://theeditorsblog.net/2012/07/02/thats-not-a-real-word/

Tightening Text

 What words can you cut to tighten up your book?

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2021/08/what-to-cut-when-your-book-is-too-long

Self Editing

 Here are the steps for self-editing your novel.

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2023/03/how-to-self-edit-your-novel

Narrative POV

 It's worthwhile experimenting with different points of view for your story.

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/experimenting-with-narrative-pov-in-picture-books/

Story Balance

 Here are three components that help to keep your story in balance.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/06/it-turns-out-walking-and-writing-have-things-in-common/

Voice / Style / Tone

 What's the difference between voice, style, and tone?

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/voice-style-tone-understanding-the-differences-their-importance/

Plotter vs. Pantser

Picture book writers can be both plotters and pantsers.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/plotter-v-pantser-how-picture-book-writers-can-use-both-at-the-same-time/ 

Pitch Sessions

 What can you expect from a pitch session?

https://scotteagan.blogspot.com/2025/06/what-to-expect-at-pitch-session.html

Developmental Editing

How do you prepare your manuscript to get the most out of a developmental edit.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/06/how-to-prepare-your-manuscript-for-a-developmental-edit/ 

Writing No-nos

 Here are fifteen things a writer probably shouldn't do.

https://www.darcypattison.com/writing/picture-books/5-ways-to-make-the-reader-turn-the-page/

Picture Book Page Turns

 An important decision in writing picture books is thinking about the page turns.

https://www.darcypattison.com/writing/picture-books/5-ways-to-make-the-reader-turn-the-page/

Picture Book Secondary Characters

 Secondary characters can add depth to picture books.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/the-secret-power-of-secondary-characters-in-picture-books/

Quick Drafting

 If you're on deadline, you need to write your draft quickly.

https://ericageorge.substack.com/p/10-strategies-for-weathering-that

Writing Retreats

 How do you decide which writing retreat is good for you?

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2025/06/how-to-decide-if-a-writers-retreat-is-right-for-you

Revise and Resubmit

 A revise and resubmit request gives you another chance to make a good impression with your work.

https://writersrumpus.com/2025/06/24/revise-and-resubmit-making-a-stellar-second-impression/

Quirky Picture Books

How do you make your picture book weird, yet wonderful?

https://katiedavis.com/blog/uncategorized/not-edited-write-weird-write-wild-why-theres-room-for-strange-picture-books/

Tricky Punctuation

 Here are some tips on how to use the rarer types of punctuation.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/06/writing-101-semi-colons-other-tricky-punctuation-marks/

Accents

 A little bit of using accents goes a long way.

https://theeditorsblog.net/2017/01/23/restraining-accents/

Verbs

 Clean out the clutter around your verbs.

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2020/02/clear-out-the-clutter-around-your-verbs

Self-Editing

 Here are three steps to take in self-editing.

https://jodyhedlund.blogspot.com/2010/04/three-simple-stages-of-self-editing.html

Final Revision

 How do you know when it's time to stop revising?

https://www.teachingauthors.com/2025/06/a-study-in-voice.html

Voice

 What makes a unique voice for your characters and your story?
https://www.teachingauthors.com/2025/06/a-study-in-voice.html

Character Building

 How do you create characters in the context of your story?

https://writerunboxed.com/2025/06/17/character-building/

Writing Retreats

 What's the value of going to a writing retreat?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/06/you-deserve-a-writing-retreat/

Publishing Industry

 Is it tough out there now in the publishing industry?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/06/why-i-dropped-wordpress-for-payhip/

Payhip vs. Wordpress

 How does Payhip compare to Wordpress for creating author websites?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/06/why-i-dropped-wordpress-for-payhip/

Bookstore Events

 How do you make the most of a bookstore event?

https://writerunboxed.com/2025/06/10/a-quick-guide-to-bookstore-events/

Rule of Three

What is the rule of three in picture books and how do you use it?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/06/chekhovs-gun-takes-many-forms-does-your-story-have-a-forgotten-gun/ 

Chekhov's Gun

 Don't create loose ends in your story.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/06/chekhovs-gun-takes-many-forms-does-your-story-have-a-forgotten-gun/

Continuing a Series

 Entice your readers to read subsequent books in your series.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/06/continuing-a-series/

Second Drafts

 When your second draft feels like a step back.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/06/when-the-second-draft-feels-like-a-step-back/

Queries

Your query is a tool to sell an agent on your story.

https://scotteagan.blogspot.com/2025/06/sell-me-on-your-story-in-your-query.html 

Info Dumps

 Don't use dialogue as an info dump for your readers.

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/as-you-know-bob/

Plot Twists

 Here are five ways to writing a satisfying switch up.

https://www.writersdigest.com/how-to-plot-a-plot-twist-5-steps-to-writing-a-satisfying-switch-up

Querying

 Here are some tips for querying an agent.

https://insights.bookbub.com/how-to-query-agent-tips-for-submission-process/

Complications

 Here are three tips on escalating complications for your characters.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/06/creating-escalating-complications/

Subtext

 Even your non-POV characters can have subtext in their dialogue and actions.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/05/writing-subtext-for-non-pov-characters/

Developmental Editors

 Who should be your developmental editor?

https://scotteagan.blogspot.com/2025/06/who-should-be-your-developmental-editor.html

Valid Criticisms

How can you tell if a criticism of your work is valid or not?

https://www.writersdigest.com/be-inspired/tell-criticism-valid-valid-criticism 

Connotation

Connotations add layers to your picture book.

https://janefriedman.com/make-every-word-count-the-power-of-connotation-in-picture-books/

Critiques

 How can you get the most out of your critiques.

https://kirstenwlarson.com/2025/05/28/five-tips-for-getting-the-most-out-of-your-critiques-inspired-by-my-convo-with-author-michelle-cusolito/

Pitches

 Your pitch and your story should match.

https://scotteagan.blogspot.com/2025/05/when-your-pitch-and-story-dont-match.html

Holiday Books

 Is it harder or easier to sell holiday books?

https://www.tumblr.com/literaticat/660530827229331456/what-is-your-personal-opinion-about-holiday-books

Secondary Characters

 Writing secondary characters can be a lot of fun, and it takes less work than writing your protagonist.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/05/secondary-characters-all-the-fun-a-lot-less-work/

Overexplaining in Dialogue

How do you recognize and correct overexplaining in dialogue?

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/overexplaining-in-dialogue/ 

Picture Book Pacing

 How do rhythm, breath, and page turns affect your picture book pacing?

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/what-i-wish-everyone-knew-about-picture-book-pacing

Book Promotion

 Here are some tips on what works and what doesn't in promoting your book.

https://scbwi.blogspot.com/2025/06/7-books-in-21-years-lees-tips-on-your.html

Publishing Scammers

 Here are the latest tricks from publishing scammers.

https://annerallen.com/2025/05/publishing-scammers-on-the-prowl/

Writer No-nos

 Here are 15 things you shouldn't do as a writer.

https://www.writersdigest.com/be-inspired/things-a-writer-should-never-do

Excellent Dialogue

 Here are ten tips for improving the dialogue in your manuscript.

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/critique-10-ways-to-write-excellent-dialogue/

Writing Trends

 Don't just follow trends--write what you want to write.

https://groggorg.blogspot.com/2025/05/what-to-write-if-you-want-to-get.html

Characters Emotional Arcs

 Lead with your heart (emotion) and your brain (plot) will follow.

https://www.writersdigest.com/heart-first-brain-later-why-your-characters-emotional-arc-matters-more-than-your-perfect-plot

Author Brand

 Here are some tips on how to define your author brand.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/05/7-types-of-questions-to-help-you-define-your-author-brand/

Writing Conferences

 How do you get the most out of attending a writing conference?

https://scotteagan.blogspot.com/2025/05/what-to-do-at-conferences.html

Critique Partners

 Communication is the key to critique partner success.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/05/the-key-to-critique-partner-success/

Picture Book Titles

 Can a picture book title make or break your sale?

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/tiny-but-mighty-why-picture-book-titles-make-or-break-your-sale/

Dialogue Fillers

 Eliminate these unneccesary fillers in your dialogue.

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/want-fantastic-dialogue-flee-these-6-fearsome-fillers/

Steps to Publication

 Here are four steps, described in detail, for getting your book traditionally published.

https://janefriedman.com/start-here-how-to-get-your-book-published/

Story Arcs

 What are the components of a book's story arc?

https://www.joshfunkbooks.com/lesson-7

Diverse Verse

 The blog posts on diverseverse.com support and amplify diverse voices and poetry for young people.

https://www.diverseverse.com/

Rhythm and Rhyme

 Rhyming picture books are more about rhythm than about rhyme.

https://www.joshfunkbooks.com/lesson-9

Early Readers, Easy Chapter Books, Chapter Books

 What the difference between the different types of books for readers moving from picture books?

https://kidlit.com/easy-chapter-books/

Wordiness in Picture Books

 Here are some tips on how to tighten your picture book.

https://www.goodstorycompany.com/blog/wordiness-in-picture-books

Point of View

Learn the basics about point of view (POV).

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/05/writing-101-point-of-view-basics/ 

Small Publisher

 Here are some tips to use in evaluating small publishers.

https://janefriedman.com/evaluate-small-publisher/

Synopses

 How do you write a synopsis for your novel?

https://janefriedman.com/how-to-write-a-novel-synopsis/

Writing Novels vs. Scripts

 What's the difference between writing novels and scripts for screenplays?

https://www.writersdigest.com/the-page-or-the-stage-the-differences-in-writing-novels-vs-scripts

Flat Picture Book Manuscripts

 Here are five tips for bringing life to your picture book.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/meh-to-marvelous-5-easy-fixes-for-flat-picture-book-manuscripts/

Middle Grade Pitfalls

 Here are some comming pitfalls when writing a middle grade novel.

https://nelsonagency.com/2019/01/the-most-common-pitfalls-in-middle-grade-manuscripts-by-danielle-burby/

Short Story to Novel

 How can you turn your short story into a full-length novel?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/05/8-tips-for-turning-your-short-story-into-a-full-length-novel/

Writing Tips

 What can you learn by teaching children to write?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/05/10-things-i-learned-teaching-children-to-write/

Nonfiction Picture Books

 What makes a picture book nonfiction versus fiction or informational fiction?

https://kirstenwlarson.com/2025/02/11/what-is-a-nonfiction-picture-book/

Personal Experiences

 Create originality in your writing by using your personal experiences.

https://picturebooksummit.com/personal-experiences/

Nonfiction Openings

 How do you craft an enticing opening for your nonfiction book?

https://bethandersonwriter.com/2025/05/09/behind-the-scenes-launching-nonfiction-creating-a-sizzling-inciting-incident-by-ann-mccallum-staats/

Nonlinear Writing

 If you're stuck,maybe you should try writing scenes out of order instead of writing your book from the first to the last.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/05/writing-tips-from-a-neurodivergent-brain/

MG Characters

 These six tips will help you to grow and enrich your middle-grade characters.

http://www.literaryrambles.com/2025/05/grow-your-characters-6-tips-to-enrich.html

World Building

 Sometimes the world your create for your story can be too powerful.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/05/is-your-worldbuilding-too-powerful/

Traditional vs. Self Publishing

 Here are some ways to choose whether to publish your book traditionally or to self publish it.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2022/07/traditional-vs-self-publishing-which-one-is-best-for-you/

Picture Book Concepts

 How can you make the concept of your picture book fresh so it stands out?

https://annerallen.com/2025/05/hidden-world-of-writing-scams/

Dialogue Mechanics

 What are the proper ways to insert dialogue (including thoughts) into your manuscript?

https://annerallen.com/2025/05/hidden-world-of-writing-scams/

Writing Scams

 Here's how to identify scams aimed at writers.

https://annerallen.com/2025/05/hidden-world-of-writing-scams/

Midbook Slump

 Why does your story slump in the middle and what can you do about it?

https://reneefountain.substack.com/p/the-midbook-slump-why-great-writing

POV and Tense

 Who is telling your story and when?

https://writerunboxed.com/2025/04/16/who-is-telling-this-story-and-when-creative-and-purposeful-uses-of-person-and-tense/

Character Arcs

 Here are nine growth milestones that define your character's arc.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/04/build-growth-milestones-into-your-characters-arc/

Defining Your Voice

 Here aer nine metrics that define your narrative voice.

https://lydianetzer.substack.com/p/week-9-finding-your-voice

Dialogue Techniques

 Here are some techniques to make your dialogue more realistic.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/04/6-tips-for-creating-chemistry-between-characters/

Chemistry Between Characters

 How do you create chemistry when your characters interact?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/04/6-tips-for-creating-chemistry-between-characters/

Author Brand

 How do you create a strong author brand?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/04/how-to-define-a-strong-author-brand/

Getting Stuck

 Here are some reasons you might get stuck in your writing.

https://stdennard.substack.com/p/three-reasons-i-usually-get-stuck

Oversimplified Characters

 Don't make the mistake of oversimplifying your characters.

https://www.writersdigest.com/be-inspired/writing-mistakes-writers-make-oversimplified-characters

Writing Aspects

 Never let anyone mess with these writing aspects: your voice, process, or theme.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/04/seven-writing-fears-that-may-be-holding-you-back-from-greatness/

Writing Fears

 Your fears may be holding you back from writing.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/04/seven-writing-fears-that-may-be-holding-you-back-from-greatness/

Conflict and Tension

 Your story needs both conflict and tension--they're not the same thing.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/04/how-to-write-conflict-is-not-tension/

Hooks

 Here are four ways to write a hook for your book.

https://www.writersdigest.com/getting-published/4-ways-to-write-hooks-for-books

Tariffs and Publishing

 How will tariffs affect the publishing industry?

https://kathleenschmidt.substack.com/p/a-quick-post-about-tariffs

Point of View

 Your choice of point of view provides the foundation for your story.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/04/choose-a-powerful-foundation-for-your-story/

Submission Ready?

 How can you tell if your picture book manuscript is ready to be submitted?

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/what-makes-a-picture-book-manuscript-submission-ready/

Sensory Details

 Enrich your writing by including sensory details.

https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/writing-mistakes-writers-make-omitting-sensory-details

Developmental Editors

 What are some of the things developmental editors look at when critiquing your work?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/04/a-peek-inside-the-mind-of-a-developmental-editor/

Comps

 How do you use comparisons to other titles in your queries?

https://scotteagan.blogspot.com/2025/04/using-comps-in-your-query.html

Lengths of Picture Books

 What are the standard lengths for different types of picture books?

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/how-many-pages-are-in-a-childrens-book/

Characters and Conflict

 Use your characters' personalities to create conflict.

https://www.agentsandbooks.com/p/what-does-a-scam-email-look-like

Scam Emails

 How can you identify whether or not an agent's email is actually a scam?

https://www.agentsandbooks.com/p/what-does-a-scam-email-look-like

Protagonist Problems

 How do you get your protagonist to realize they're the problem?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/04/five-ways-to-get-your-protagonist-to-realize-theyre-the-problem/

Bad Writing Advice

 Here are some examples of bad writing advice that new writers receive.

https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/1016917725611909564/278545274011697725

Subplots

 Does your book need to have subplots?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/01/diving-in-the-toolbox-creating-a-plot-subplot-template/

Nonfiction Picture Books

 Here's some basic information about writing nonfiction picture books.

https://annerallen.com/2019/02/writing-contests-important/

Writing Contests

 How do you differentiate between worthwhile writing contests and scams?

https://annerallen.com/2019/02/writing-contests-important/

Conflict

 Adding conflict will enhance your story.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/03/how-conflict-enhances-your-story/

Book Launches

 How much money should you budget for your book launch?

https://janefriedman.com/how-to-budget-for-your-book-launch/

Novel Revision

 Analyze the building blocks of your novel in order to make your revision better.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/03/complete-guide-to-revising-your-novel-part-three-analysis/

Nonfiction Humor

 Here are some tips to injecting humor into your nonfiction.

http://www.brittanypomales.com/2025/04/01/kidlit-haha-week-day-1-3-%C2%BD-elements-to-writing-funny-nonfiction-with-brenna-jeanneret/

Pitching to Media

 How do you pitch your book to local media that will increase the chance of their picking it up?

https://insights.bookbub.com/pitch-book-local-media-expert-tips/

Dialogue Mechanics

 What are the correct ways to write dialogue?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/03/101-dialogue-mechanics/

Show, Don't Tell

 Using "show, don't tell" will strengthen your story.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/03/how-to-use-show-dont-tell-to-strengthen-your-story/

Picture Book Mistakes

 Here are ten mistakes to avoid when writing a picture book.

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/top-10-mistakes-to-avoid-when-writing-picture-books/

Likeable Characters

 How do you write a likeable character?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/03/how-to-write-a-likeable-character/

Blogging

 Blogging is still a great way to reach your readers.

https://annerallen.com/2025/03/blogging-ito-reach-readers/

Emotional Scenes

 Engage your readers with emotional scenes.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/03/write-emotional-scenes-that-better-engage-readers/

Backstory

 Here are four key tactics for introducing your character's backstory.

https://janefriedman.com/backstory-and-exposition-4-key-tactics/

Tracking Word Count

 Tracking your word count can help you write faster.

https://janefriedman.com/want-to-write-faster-how-tracking-your-word-count-can-boost-your-productivity/

Book Promotion

 Here are some things you many not know about book promotion when you're first starting out.

https://www.12x12challenge.com/ellen-ramsey-12-x-12-featured-author-march-2025/

Pacing

 What is the best way to pace your story's keep moments.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/03/best-ways-to-pace-your-storys-key-moments/

Critiques

 What are the elements of a good critique?

https://susanuhlig.com/2025/02/seven-elements-for-a-good-critique/

Social Media

 How are authors using social media?

https://insights.bookbub.com/social-media-authors-2025-data-850-authors/

Deep POV

 Here are 11 tips for writing your character in deep point of view.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/02/the-essential-deep-pov-checklist-11-tips-for-better-writing/

Precision in Writing

 Avoid vague catchalls, like "this" or "it" in your writing.

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2025/02/stamp-out-vague-catchalls-in-your-writing

Substack

 Should you use substack instead of blogging or writing a newsletter?

https://annerallen.com/2025/02/the-beginners-guide-to-substack/

Fantasy World Building

 Here are six pillars of building a fantasy world.

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/how-to-make-your-fantasy-world-feel-real/

Repeated Words

 Do you repeat words for effect or do you repeat them unintentionally?

https://scbwi.blogspot.com/2025/03/what-words-do-you-repeat-are-you-doing.html

Character Talents

 How to match the perfect talent with your character's personality.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/03/how-to-choose-the-perfect-talent-for-your-character/

Nonfiction Dramatic Tension

 Yes, nonfiction books can also have dramatic tension.

https://www.nffest.com/2025/03/creating-dramatic-tension-in-nonfiction.html

Character Development

 How can you use personality theory to deepen your character development?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/03/deepen-your-character-development-using-personality-theory/

Common Manuscript Mistakes

 Here are the top 20 mistakes developmental editors see in manuscripts.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/03/the-top-twenty-mistakes-developmental-editors-see-in-manuscripts/

Picture Book Word Counts

 What are the industry standard word counts for different types of picture books?

https://thejohnfox.com/2023/08/whats-the-perfect-length-for-a-childrens-picture-book/

Dialogue

 How do you write dialogue that pops.

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/character-voice-101-writing-dialogue-that-pops/

Writing Children's Books

 Here's some advice for newbies about how to write a children's book.

https://katiedavis.com/how-to-write-a-childrens-book-template-a-complete-guide-for-aspiring-authors/

Flat Characters

 Here are some tips to making your characters less flat.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/02/how-to-avoid-flat-characters-in-your-story/

Professional Writers

 What differentiates professional writers from amateurs or hobbyists?

https://scotteagan.blogspot.com/2025/02/the-realities-of-being-professional.html

Expert Reviewers

 How do you find experts to review your nonfiction manuscript?

https://www.nffest.com/2025/02/seeking-expert-reviewers.html

Antagonists

 You want your antagonist(s) to be a well-developed as your protagonist(s).

http://blog.janicehardy.com/2013/07/10-traits-of-strong-antagonist.html#google_vignette

Backmatter

 Backmatter matters, especially when writing nonfiction.

https://www.nffest.com/2025/02/why-backmatter-matters.html

First Sentences

 Here are some hints for writing first sentences that will make your readers want to continue reading.

https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/6-tips-for-writing-a-compelling-first-sentence

Reviews

 Getting people to review your book is not always an easy process.

https://booksbywomen.org/reviews-an-intergenerational-rant-by-rachel-stone/

Publishing Terminology

 Here are some words and concepts you need to know from the publishing business.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/02/publishing-101-essential-terms-to-know/

Story Stakes

 How do you identify the up the stakes in your writing?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/02/identify-your-storys-stakes/

Expert Reviewers

 How do you approach experts to ask them to review the content of your book?

https://www.nffest.com/2025/02/seeking-expert-reviewers.html?

Pinterest

 How do you build your engagements on Pinterest?

https://cynthialeitichsmith.com/2025/02/guest-post-deb-gonzales-beyond-pins-boards-building-a-legacy-on-pinterest/

Graphic Novels

 Here are five tips for writing a graphic novel.

https://writers.com/how-to-write-a-graphic-novel

Causal Chains

You must have a cause and effect chain between scenes.

https://smack-dab-in-the-middle.blogspot.com/2025/02/causal-chain-experience-redux.html

Legitimate Agents

 How do you know if an agent is legit and not a schmagent, or even worse, an outright scammer?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/02/a-complete-guide-to-revising-your-novel-part-two/

Revisions

 Start with sentences when revising your novel.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/02/a-complete-guide-to-revising-your-novel-part-two/

Hooks

You need to hook your readers in chapter one.

https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/5-tips-to-hook-readers-from-chapter-one 

Critique Groups

 How does belonging to a critique group add to your writing?

https://katiedavis.com/blog/working/why-critique-groups-matter-for-writers/

Subplots

 What questions should you ask when before introducing a subplot?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/02/5-questions-to-ask-before-adding-a-subplot/

Small Publishers

How do you evaluate a small publisher?

https://subitclub.com/2018/08/07/evaluate-small-publishers-like-a-pro/ 

Disabled Characters

 How do you accurately portray disabled character is your story?

https://janefriedman.com/6-tips-on-writing-disabled-characters/

Humor

 Here are some ways to add the funny to your story.

https://www.scld.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/SWC_Adding-Humor-to-Chlidren%E2%80%99s-Stories.pdf

Picture Book Characters

 How do you make the characters in your picture book unforgettable?

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/what-a-character/

Suspense

 Here are some tips for building suspense in your writing.

https://www.worldbuilders.ai/p/secrets-suspense

Publishing Conferences

 Make the most of the contacts you make at publishing conferences.

https://scbwi.blogspot.com/2025/02/making-most-of-publishing-conference.html

Writing Children's Books Tips

 Here are some tips for those in the early stages of the children's book writing careers.

https://www.kidspicturebookreview.com/childrens-book-blog/16-tips-for-writing-your-first-childrens-book

Novel Writing

 Here are some tips from screenwriting that also apply to writing novels.

https://writerunboxed.com/2024/05/07/5-screenwriting-tips-for-novelists/

Plot Twists

 How do you successfully pull off a plot twist?

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/how-to-pull-off-a-plot-twist/

Passive Voice

 Does using the word "was" automatically mean you're writing in the passive voice?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/02/using-was-is-passive-writing-or-is-it/

Oversimplified Characters

 Give your oversimplified characters more depth.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/02/ways-to-fix-writing-mistakes-oversimplified-characters/

Traits

 Use traits to construct your character arcs.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/02/how-to-use-traits-to-create-character-arcs/

Wave Technique

How to structure your scenes using the wave technique.

https://janefriedman.com/scene-and-structure-the-wave-technique/

Chapters

 Here's a template for writing chapters.

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2025/02/chapter-template

Characters

 Here are five tips for creating your characters.

https://www.writersdigest.com/improve-my-writing/5-tips-for-creating-characters-for-kids

Common Mistakes

 Here are some quick fixes for common writing mistakes.

https://scbwi.blogspot.com/2025/01/revise-with-confidence-with-quick-fixes.html

Publishing Scams

 There are many publishing scans out there, so be careful.

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2025/01/publishing-scams-are-rampant-how-to-be-vigilant

Heavy Topics

 How do you handle heavy topics in children's books?

https://kathytemean.wordpress.com/2025/01/27/how-to-handle-heavy-subject-matter-in-childrens-books/

Dialogue Tags

 How often do you need to use dialogue tags?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/01/tag-your-dialogue-with-big-time-power/

Foreshadowing

 Here are some key methods to include direct and indirect foreshadowing in your story.

https://janefriedman.com/balancing-foreshadowing/

STEM Scene Setting

 How do you set the scene when writing your STEM book?

https://taralazar.com/2025/01/15/storystorm-2025-day-15/

Middle Grade Outlines

 There are several approaches to outlining your middle-grade novel.

https://kidlit.com/middle-grade-novel-outline/

Character Names

 Here are some suggestions for choosing your characters' names.

https://thewritepractice.com/8-tips-for-naming-characters/

Plotting

 What are the benefits of plotting instead of pantsing?

https://scotteagan.blogspot.com/2025/01/why-plotting-will-always-be-better.html

Publishing Paths

 How do you choose the best path for publishing your work?

https://www.writersdigest.com/getting-published/how-to-brainstorm-your-book-proposal

Book Proposals

Here are some tips for brainstorming your book proposal.

https://www.writersdigest.com/getting-published/how-to-brainstorm-your-book-proposal

Freelance Editors

 What are the costs for freelance editors and what services do they provide?

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/how-much-is-an-editor-for-a-childrens-book-understanding-the-costs-and-services/

Backstory

 How do you include backstory without interrupting the flow of your novel?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/01/backstory-balancing-act/

Novel Revisions

 What should you be looking at and fixing as you revise your novel?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/01/a-complete-guide-to-revising-your-novel-part-one/

Chapter vs. Middle Grade Books

 What's the difference between chapter and middle grade books?

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/chapter-books-vs-middle-grade-whats-the-difference/

Traditional vs. Self Publishing

What are the pros and cons of traditional vs. self publishing?

https://www.writersdigest.com/getting-published/17-pros-and-cons-of-traditional-publishing-vs-self-publishing 

Character Needs

 Here are five things your character needs.

https://www.writingforward.com/storytelling/five-things-your-characters-need

The Power of Less

 Strengthen your picture book by using fewer words.

https://scbwi.blogspot.com/2025/01/the-power-of-less.html

Thematic Echoes

 Deepen your work by echoing your theme throughout your story.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/01/deepening-a-story-with-thematic-echoes/

Book Publishing Paths

 There are more ways than ever to publish your book.

https://janefriedman.com/key-book-publishing-path/

YA Graphic Novels

 Here are some rules for writing a young adult graphic novel.

https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/want-to-write-a-young-adult-graphic-novel-heres-how

Character Names

 Characters' names are an important way to let your readers know more about them.

https://writerunboxed.com/2024/11/26/inhabiting-a-name/

Royalties

 It's important to understand the royalties section of your contract.

https://writerbeware.blog/2024/12/06/when-royalty-language-in-publishing-contracts-isnt-what-it-seems/

Series Characters

 It's important to make your characters consistent throughout a series.

https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/5-tips-for-writing-series-characters

Snowflake Method

 The Snowflake Method is a popular approach to writing a novel.

https://www.advancedfictionwriting.com/articles/snowflake-method/

Middle-Grade Voice

 It's hard to nail the middle-grade voice--neither too old nor too young.

https://scbwi.blogspot.com/2024/11/on-voice-finding-your-middle-grade.html

Newbie Children's Writers

 Here are some tips if you're new to writing children's books.

https://www.annettewhipple.com/2024/11/10-tips-for-new-childrens-writers.html

Juicy Verbs

 Enliven your writng with juicy verbs.

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/enliven-your-writing-with-juicy-verbs

Author's Note

 What do you include in your author's note?

https://janefriedman.com/writing-the-authors-note-for-a-novel/

Target Readership

 How do you describe your target readers when pitching to agents and editors.

https://janefriedman.com/how-to-describe-your-target-readership-so-its-meaningful-to-agents-and-publishers/

Beta Readers

 How do you find beta readers and get the most from them?

https://writerunboxed.com/2024/11/11/beta-readers-how-to-find-them-and-how-to-get-the-most-from-them/

Synopses

 Build your synopsis by putting together these building blocks.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2024/11/the-building-blocks-of-a-synopsis/

Conflict and Tension

 Don't make these conflict and tension mistakes.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2024/11/dont-make-this-conflict-and-tension-mistake/

Chapter Books

 Are there any guidelines for writing chapter books?

https://karencioffiwritingforchildren.com/2020/10/18/chapter-book-guidelines/

Connecting with Librarians

 There are many ways to increase librarians' interest in your and your books.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2024/12/how-indie-authors-can-connect-with-librarians/

Writing Funny

 Here are 20+ ways to inject humor into your writing.

http://www.literaryrambles.com/2024/12/21-and-half-ways-to-write-funny-guest.html

The Ripple Effect

 How do you weave plot with character?

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/strengthen-your-story-with-concrete-nouns/

Concrete Nouns

 Using concrete nouns will strengthen your story.

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/strengthen-your-story-with-concrete-nouns/

One-Sentence Summary

 Writing a summary in one sentence causes your reader (and you!) to ask the story question.

https://www.advancedfictionwriting.com/blog/2024/11/24/your-one-sentence-summary/

Limiting Beliefs

 Use limited believes to go deeper with characterization.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2024/11/using-limiting-beliefs-to-go-deeper-with-characterization/

Writing with Style

 Kurt Vonnegut has eight rules for creating your own writing style.

https://www.worldbuilders.ai/p/how-to-write-with-style

Teen Dialogue

 Writing teen dialogue in your young adult book can be challenging.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2024/11/nailing-teen-dialogue-in-ya-fiction/

Reader Magnets

 A reader magnet is a marketing tool to attract readers to your book.

https://picturebooksummit.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PB-Summit-Pitch-Formula.pdf

Book Pitches

 What's the formula to make your book pitch effective?

https://picturebooksummit.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PB-Summit-Pitch-Formula.pdf

Readaloudability

 Make sure your picture book is a good read alound.

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/read-aloudability-ensuring-your-picture-book-sings-when-read/

Event Contracts

 Having a contract for your author events will help avoid any misunderstanding.

https://www.annettewhipple.com/2024/01/event-contracts-for-authors.html