by SCBWI Western Washington
Look at this happy chick who'll soon be in a book from Paula Wiseman/Simon & Schuster! Read the details on Elizabeth Rose Stanton's blog and while you're there, check out Elizabeth's interview on Kathy Temean's blog. Congrats, Elizabeth and Henny!
The University of Washington is pleased to offer ILLUSTRATING CHILDREN'S BOOKS, evenings on the Seattle campus, June 19 - July 12. Illustrator and SCBWI WWA Co-Regional Advisor Jaime Temairik is here to help you get your picture book art and/or text in shape! Details after the jump. In eight classes, beginners and seasoned picture book... Continue Reading →
Fellow SCBWI WWA Member Brianna Caplan Sayres invites you to join her in celebrating the publication of her first picture book, WHERE DO DIGGERS SLEEP AT NIGHT?.Brianna would definitely "dig it" if you click on by her website for an Online Truck Stop Book Launch from Tuesday May 22 through Thursday May 24! There will... Continue Reading →
In the words of Neil Gaiman in this video of his commencement address at University of the Arts: "Do what only you can do--make good art."
Before you pull out your WIP or get ready to create something new and amazing, grab your cup of coffee (or tea) and take a few moments to read this Publishers' Weekly article, "Giving Birth to Bitterblue." BITTERBLUE is Author Kristin Cashore's third novel (which was #2 on the New York Times Bestseller list two weeks... Continue Reading →
Author Jennifer L. Holm reads from her new SQUISH book, SQUISH NO.3 THE POWER OF THE PARASITE on Sunday, May 27, at 2 p.m. at Secret Garden Bookshop. Jennifer L. Holm “WriterGirl” and her brother “InkBoy” Matthew Holm are pioneers in the genre of graphic novels for young readers. The beloved BABYMOUSE series debuted in 2005... Continue Reading →
Come and join Fellow SCBWI WWA member Stephanie Guerra as she reads from her debut YA novel, TORN, at Secret Garden books on Sunday, May 20, at 5 p.m. TORN is realistic fiction that explores a dangerous friendship, and poses the question: how far would you go to help a friend? You can check... Continue Reading →
Here's a great article on Operation Awesome (a wonderful resource for writers!) about the difference between writing chapter books and middle grade fiction. The article is written by Author Kurtis Scaletta and is a great one to check out!! Thanks to Laurie for sending the article!!
Fellow SCBWI WWA member Dorine White has recently reviewed THE LOST CODE, a new YA book written by fellow SCBWI WWA member Kevin Emerson!!! Not only can you check out the review, but you can sign up to try and win a signed copy! Head over to The Write Path for more information.
Some of you may remember the amazing breakout session given by Debbie Reber at our annual conference a few years ago about how to write a nonfiction book proposal. Whether you missed it or loved it here's an opportunity to hear it all again--plus so much more! From Debbie: "Do you have an idea for a... Continue Reading →
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