Here's a link on low-tech presentations that fellow SCBWI WWA member Carole Estby Dagg wrote for Blurb is a Verb. Costume and show and tell work especially well for historical novels!Thanks Carole!! For more information on Carole, and her work, visit her website.
Query Contest!!!
Fellow SCBWI WWA member Dorine White is giving us a chance for an early holiday present! Her blog, The Write Path, is having a query contest. Editor Stan Trembley, from Variance Publishing, has agreed to pick his favorite query and give them a 5 page manuscript critique! Second place will get a critique of their... Continue Reading →
Free Beginning Blogging Class with Rebecca Agiewich
Fellow SCBWI member and author Rebecca Agiewich is teaching a class this coming Saturday at the Seattle Public Library. It’s part of a creative writing series. Here’s the website for more information.WhereUniversity BranchAudienceAdultsSummaryAlways wanted to start a blog but aren't sure how? Don't be intimidated; blogging is easy! In this class you'll learn everything you... Continue Reading →
The Art of Writing Children’s Books Workshop with Richard Jesse Watson
Author/Illustrator Richard Jesse Watson is teaching a two-day workshop on Saturday and Sunday, August 20 and 21 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Cost is $150 for the workshop. For anyone interested in writing for children, this class will give you tools and tangible steps to help launch your stories.Sign up soon! There are only... Continue Reading →
No More Writer’s Block
A big huge thanks to Laurie for sending this link to a great blog post on Joanne Rocklin's "Anti-block" blog. It's titled 180 WAYS TO CONQUER WRITER'S BLOCK: for writers of all ages and genres. There are daily tips for writers and is a great resource to get those creative juices flowing!Here's a little bit... Continue Reading →
Lois Harris Interview
Fellow SCBWI WWA member Lois Harris was recently interviewed on The Dabbling Mum's blog. Check it out here! For more information on Lois, and her work, check out her website.
Finding the MUSE with Professor Watermelon
Professor Watermelon (Chadwick Gillenwater) has officially launched his blog. The blog is geared toward teachers and young writers, but all writers are sure to enjoy his weekly IMAGINATION CHRONICLES. These are sure to help you and the young authors in your life find JOY in writing. So grab a cup of hot cocoa, and come... Continue Reading →
Want To Win a Holly Black Book?
Want to win a signed copy of Holly Black's ZOMBIES VS. UNICORNS? Go visit fellow SCBWI WWA member Dorine White's blog! Seems like she's always got some great giveaways! A site to keep tabs on for sure!!
Mother’s Day Giveaway!!
Fellow SCBWI WWA member Dorine White is giving away a fabulous Mother's Day Giveaway -a signed copy of Deb Lund's DINOSAILORS on her blog!!! Contest ends May 6!
Win an Autographed copy of Holly’s Black’s RED GLOVE.
Fellow SCBWI WWA member Dorine White has a contest on her blog to win an autographed copy of Holly Black's RED GLOVE. Visit her blog to find out the rules for the contest.If you missed Holly Black at last weekend's 20th Annual SCBWI WWA conference you can read the post on her keynote on plot,... Continue Reading →