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Writing a picture book can be a fun and challenging journey! But don't worry if you've hit a road block along the way. Learn essential writing techniques and strategies that will help you write your picture book and finish strong.
Top 5 Mistakes Writers Make When Writing a Picture Book
Avoid these writing mishaps to prevent your readers from getting bored with your story
Starr Balmer-Chore
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Stop Writing Picture Books Longer Than 1,000 Words. Here’s Why.
Your picture book might be too long for young readers and listeners. Find out why it may need to be shortened.
Starr Balmer-Chore
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Why the Opening Line in Picture Books is Everything: Plus 3 Ways of Writing it
Your readers are smart. Yet their attention spans won’t keep them still for long. So, your book needs to grab their attention. Fast. . .
Starr Balmer-Chore
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Read More Picture Books: The First Step Before Writing One
And when I say “read other picture books,” I mean “analyze numerous picture books and dissect them.”
Starr Balmer-Chore
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Editor’s Pick: Top 5 Foods + Quick Meal Tips For Writers
Don't worry. You've probably eaten one of these this week to help you get through those tough days of writing without you realizing it.
Starr Balmer-Chore
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3 Important Costs You Can't Avoid When Funding Your Picture Book
"As an independent children's picture book author, funding my own book was super easy and cheap" ― said no picture book author ever, most...
Starr Balmer-Chore
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What’s the Perfect Drink for Creatives?
Vodka, rum, coffee, and water are all consumed by creatives at some point. But which one gets your creative juices rolling?
Starr Balmer-Chore
2 min read
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Don’t Let Any Relative Critique Your Picture Book — And Here’s Why
Your friends, family, and colleagues may love you. But will they keep it real and give you the feedback you need?
Starr Balmer-Chore
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