by SCBWI Western Washington
Kelly Milner Halls Who around here can say they've published over 1,500 pieces of writing? Kelly Milner Halls, for one. She's the tireless and dedicated writer who has a knack for telling the stories behind real stories and making kids clamor for more. With a career that's spanned work for Highlights, Teen People, Chicago Tribune... Continue Reading →
After presenting on the topic of Grief in Fiction at a recent Pro Series meeting, YA author Denise Jaden has compiled and expanded her notes on the subject, included exercises and key points, and is releasing it as a new author's resource in ebook and paperback. In her first nonfiction book, Writing With A Heavy... Continue Reading →
Good News and Happy Days for our own amazing Laurie Thompson!!! Laurie has sold her debut nonfiction picture book (about Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah) to Anne Schwartz at Schwartz & Wade!!! Here is the official announcement for you to peruse! Congratulations Laurie! You inspire us all and we are so excited to celebrate with you!!! For more information on... Continue Reading →
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 →
On Friday, Andrew Karre from Lerner/Carolrhoda gifted a group of our region’s nonfiction writers with over five hours of his undivided attention. And, wow, was it an afternoon to remember! He brainstormed with the group and helped us hone our ideas into something marketable. He gave feedback on our short proposals and/or first pages. And he gave insight... Continue Reading →
"There have been great societies that did not use the wheel, but there have been no societies that did not tell stories." -Ursula K. Le GuinIt's not enough to have the facts. You have to tell the story. Balancing both is the challenge of any nonfiction manuscript, and it doesn't just happen. Research has to... Continue Reading →
Lois Harris sent this email in regards to the SCBWI Summer Conference:For those attending next week’s SCBWI Summer Conference in Los Angeles AND interested in nonfiction, another Nonfiction Mixer will take place on Friday, August 5, in Olympic II, from 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Friday night will be busy with the Wine & Cheese... Continue Reading →
Thanks to Laurie for sending this post from I.N.K. (Interesting Nonfiction for Kids) called Authors & ebooks: 11 points to ponder (written by Loreen Leedy). Here's a preview of the article:#11 Business as usual?If ebooks are priced lower, they may undermine the sales of traditional books, a huge problem for most publishers (and naturally authors.)... Continue Reading →
Lisa's has a new nonfiction picture book series called LET'S BE SOCIAL! Written specifically for the school and library market, these six books introduce young readers to the various social groups they encounter and must learn to navigate in their community: family, friends, school, teams, worship groups, and neighborhoods. To learn more about Lisa's series,... Continue Reading →
On May 20 from 6:30 to 8 p.m., you can celebrate COLUMBIAKids e-zine at the Washington State History Museum in Tacoma. (1911 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma WA 98402.)Here's the official invite from editor Stephanie Lile:Join us as COLUMBIAKids e-zine turns two! This year we’re exploring “the story behind the story” with amazing PNW authors Kirby Larson... Continue Reading →
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