Character-Driven Picture Books

What qualities does a picture book need to have it be more about the character than the plot? 

https://wwwpamcalvert.blogspot.com/2013/07/picture-book-university-character.html?m=1

Writing Mistakes

Here are some writing mistakes you probably don't even realize you're doing.

https://writingthroughlife.com/7-writing-mistakes-you-probably-dont-realize-youre-making/

Anatomy of a Synopsis

Just like a story, your synopsis needs a beginning, middle, and end.

http://underdown.org/synopsis.htm

Objective Correlative

Here's a new tool for your writer's toolbox--the objetive correlative uses objects, characters, and setting to create an emotional impact on the reader.

https://kathytemean.wordpress.com/2019/03/27/katia-raina/

Should You Blog

Here are some points to consider if you're wondering whether or not you should have an author blog. 

https://rachellegardner.com/should-all-authors-blog/

Setting

You need to choose the right setting not just for your overall book, but also for every scene. 

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/choose-right-story-setting/# 

Independent Publicists

Here's what you can expect if you decide to hire an independent publicist in addition to the one your publisher provides you. 

https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/columns-and-blogs/soapbox/article/79542-what-to-expect-from-independent-publicists.html

Tighten Your Writing

Improve your writing by cutting these mundane elements from your story. 

https://www.janefriedman.com/mundane-elements-cut/

Funding an Author Visit

Ways to help schools find the money to bring you in for an author visit. 

http://www.donnajanellbowman.com/2019/03/20/finding-the-funds-to-pay-for-an-author-visit/

When You Get an Offer

After doing the happy dance, what should you do next after receiving an offer? 

https://subitclub.com/2019/04/02/when-you-get-an-offer/