If so, then you really need to see how some of these noted fantasy and sci-fi authors work. I think there's probably some world-building going on beneath the stacks of books. Cockroachtopia! (Which I say in the nicest way possible).Check it out here.
Diary of Anne Frank: a Disney movie?
From Variety:Disney has acquired pic rights to a new rendition of "The Diary of Anne Frank," to be written and helmed by David Mamet. Mamet will produce with Andrew Braunsberg.The film will be an amalgamation of the famed diary; the stage adaptation by Albert Hackett and Frances Goodrich; and Mamet's own original take on the... Continue Reading →
How to query Upstart Crow
The new agency, founded by Michael Stearns, is now taking submissions. You'll find their guidelines--along with each agent's tastes--on the new Upstart Crow site.
Nathan Bransford’s publishing glossary
This is really useful, covering everything from advances to wholesalers. Confused about a term? Look it up here.
Have a question? Ask Penny!
Our region has a new source you can turn to with all your burning questions about children's literature...- How do I format my manuscript?- How tall is the stack of money I will be sleeping on once I sell my 3,500-word picture book about my blind hamster, who also did the illustrations?- Will it help... Continue Reading →
Buffy the Vampire Slayer guide to freelancing
Ever thought about freelancing?These 10 tips are sound, starting with being prepared for each situation. (I once impressed a potential client by choosing thematically related paper clips. He noticed, and assumed I was the sort of person who didn't gloss over the little details.)Other tips:- have appropriate support around you- have the proper tools- create... Continue Reading →
Deborah Reber chats with young authors
Deborah Reber and the teen authors of her LOUDER THAN WORDS books series have been doing live video chats every night this week from 8-9pm EST / 5-6pm PST. The chat is being hosted by a bunch of different blogs and websites, including Debbie's blog, Smart Girls Know. Here's the rest of the schedule.Meanwhile, Publishers... Continue Reading →
Our chapter shines at the conference
Sheesh, it was almost EMBARRASSING how famous our chapter was at the SCBWI national conference in Los Angeles.Jolie Stekly and Jaime Temairik represented as members of the official blog team. Be sure to read the posts--you'll really get a sense of what you missed.Allyson Valentine Schrier was honored with a scholarship to attend the conference.And... Continue Reading →
Orcas Island Writers Festival
The Orcas Island Writers Festival will be held this year from September 17-20.Deb Lund will be teaching a picture book writing workshop on September 17th.Ellen Lesser, a MFA instructor from Vermont College, will be teaching a fictionworkshop (suitable for YA) on Sept 18-20th.There will be other workshops, events, and performances as well.Information can be found... Continue Reading →
Calendar: Upcoming Events
For additional information regarding the following events, please see the event descriptions in our calendar to the left.Ann Haywood Leal: ALSO KNOWN AS HARPERThu, Aug 137:00pm-9:00pmVillage Books in BellinghamAnn Haywood Leal: ALSO KNOWN AS HARPERFri, Aug 141:00pm-3:00pmUniversity Book Store, U district SeattleHena Khan and Julie Paschkis: NIGHT OF THE MOON: A MUSLIM HOLIDAY STORYSat, Aug... Continue Reading →