You know if a librarian likes it, it's gonna be good...
Thank you very, very much to The Retired School Librarian for this wonderful review. You can read the full text here:
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
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Friday, August 30, 2024
Timing Matters
"Not every part of the year is made equal in terms of manuscript submission timing. Of course, it’s true that agents and publishers sometimes go 'open' to submission and then wink 'closed' on their own schedules. That’s why doing rigorous research is so important—you will want to check everyone’s submission guidelines before you send your query or submission package. Sometimes an individual is overwhelmed, on maternity or paternity leave, deciding to scale back on signing new clients, etc. But there are definitely times of the year that are generally considered to be poor submission targets."
Click here for an awesome article about when to, and when NOT to submit your maunscript:
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL REVIEW OF GOODNIGHT SCHOOL
Thank you so much to the (dare I say, VERY clever) folks
at the School Library Journal for this wonderful review.
Saturday, July 20, 2024
A Word on Voice
In the context of picture books, voice refers to the unique style and tone that conveys the story, often reflecting a childlike perspective. It combines elements like word choice, sentence structure, and character dialogue to engage young readers effectively. Key elements include word choice, sentence structure, and dialogue. For expert examples of voice-y picture books, check out author Tammi Sauer, who is an absolute master.
Monday, July 15, 2024
It's Not Just a Bedtime Story
It's a chance to bring your children closer to Jesus and build their faith. Don't beleive me? Read this awesome article from the Christian Parenting Guide:
Reading with Your Kids: Building Faith Through Books, Stories, and Shared Reading Time
Monday, July 1, 2024
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