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/