Baking a 7 layer cake is like writing a story. You have so many tempting and tasty choices to make, and each new layer builds
Category: Inspiration
Getting Back Into the Swing of Things
I have a confession to make. I haven’t written anything new in six months. My hiatus started after writing 12,000 words of a new novel,
Power of Community: 2018 Writers’ Rumpus Success Stories
Join a group! It really helps. In 2018 our members & associates had 12 Books published, 3 republished, 4 translations, 3 agent signings, 3 award
Challenge Accepted
Happy December, everyone! Can you believe the year is almost over? If you’re like me, you are trying to live in the moment, with all
On making things better
By Sarah Lynne Reul Recently, my book PET THE PETS (my third book … and very first novelty/lift –the-flap book) was released into the world!
Rekindling Your Creative Spark
What is your vision for the perfect summer day? Wakeboarding with your Weimaraner? Cuddling with your Calico? Cooking chewy, gooey Chocolate Chip cookies? Sipping spiked lemonade
World of Books: Canada, Czech Republic, and France
Yes, writers and illustrators in other countries produce wonderful children’s books, as we do. And why shouldn’t we consider those too? A number of years
Nancy Churnin, Fabulous #kidlit Nonfiction Picture Book Author
CAROL GORDON EKSTER: I just love social media. I connected with Nancy when we both had picture book birthdays on the same day, September 1,
Summer Writing
Even if you don’t have as much BIC time or that laser focus, there are still many valuable ways to be productive during these summer months.
But… What Is Your Story About?
Guest Post by Rebecca Crockett A few months ago I had an incredible opportunity to discuss my work with a high-level editor at a well-known
Sarah Lynne Reul Picks Up a Pencil
By Sarah Lynne Reul (Note: this is a re-blog of a guest post that originally appeared on The Late Bloomer’s Book Blog. Coordinated by reading teacher
Book Talk with Kate & Amy, our Children’s Room Librarians
Three cheers for librarians everywhere! The Memorial Hall Library in Andover, Massachusetts, is my second home, and I am grateful for our friendly, helpful, and
World Building: The World Itself
By Dana Nuenighoff Fantasy is one of my favorite genres. I love to escape our world for a moment and believe in the fantastical. However,
Vexing Vocabulary Part 1
As an ELA/SAT tutor and member of multiple kidlit writing groups, I’ve noticed certain words cause more vexation than others. Worry no more! My goal
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