Category: Writing for Children
Writing in rhyme
Children love both rhythm and rhyme. Toddlers and preschoolers can’t help but groove to music that has both elements. Even we adults find ourselves tapping our toes and bouncing to the beat of whatever is coming from our car radios. Rhythm is part of… Continue Reading “Writing in rhyme”
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Tales of my NF PB Biography
Where to Start? A month ago I was challenged to tackle writing a nonfiction picture book. A biography, specifically. My friend told me to brainstorm topics that interest me and start my research there. But I quickly became stuck! I am passionate about Christ,… Continue Reading “Tales of my NF PB Biography”
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online sites for writers
Online Educational Sites for Writers (as of April, 2020) Agent Query https://www.agentquery.com/default.aspx American Library Association http://www.ala.org/alsc/ Build Book Buzz-terms https://buildbookbuzz.com/book-publishing-terms/ Writer’s Digest University https://www.writersonlineworkshops.com/ Writer’s Digest https://www.writersdigest.com/ KidLit-voice Reading Your Way to Great Writing Voice S.T.E.M. https://whatis.techtarget.com/definition/STEM-science-technology-engineering-and-mathematics ThoughtCo. https://www.thoughtco.com/ Mentors for Rent … Continue Reading “online sites for writers”
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My Writing Area
You might remember my rather old and clunky writing area from last year. My desk was a makeshift and I had boxes stacked around me. NO MORE! My wonderful family surprised me last Christmas with an elegant new desk. While I was out of… Continue Reading “My Writing Area”
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Monthly Writing Goals
I work well setting overarching goals. I don’t do well with micro goals. If you work the same way you may want to download this chart I created. Here is a PDF version to print and fill in. And here is an RTF version… Continue Reading “Monthly Writing Goals”
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Write2Ignite Conference Recap
What a joy to spend time with old friends — especially old writing friends! And this year I had the fun of bringing my grandson, Mikey, along for the Teen Track. The Write2Ignite Conference for Christian Writers of Literature for Children and Young Adults… Continue Reading “Write2Ignite Conference Recap”
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Guest Post at Almost An Author
Hi, writers! Please pop over to Almost An Author to read my guest post “Your Fifteen Minutes” with an editor or agent. Thanks!
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Picture Books and More
I’ve mentioned that I’m now on Pinterest. I find it useful in several areas of my life. Today I want to share my Pinterest Picture Books Reviews Board with you. Gentle Chapter Books 17 Unexpectedly Awesome Books for Boys Books That Teach Kindness (and… Continue Reading “Picture Books and More”
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MY PINTEREST
I opened a PINTEREST account more than a year ago. Then promptly ignored it. I’ll bet you’ve done something similar before, too. However, a couple of months ago I decided it was time to revisit, learn, conquer the beast. I’m glad I did. Now… Continue Reading “MY PINTEREST”
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Papa’s Mechanical Fish
Another Picture Book Review by Jean Matthew Hall Papa’s Mechanical Fish was written by award-winning author Candice Fleming, and illustrated by Boris Kulikov. It was published by Margaret Ferguson Books in 2013. This is a wonderful, whimsical story about a Papa who fancies himself… Continue Reading “Papa’s Mechanical Fish”
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