Lessons I’ve Learned – pt. 2 My last newsletter focused on the writing side of creating a children’s book. Here I’ll look more closely at what it takes to illustrate a book where the pictures matter more than the words. As someone who has no professional training in book illustration, I can honestly tell youContinue reading “Illustrating Books for Kids – Lessons I’ve Learned”
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Cover Reveal for my New Kid’s Book!
My first children’s book . . . . . . called The No Fun Day, is in the final editing stages. That means I have the book in the hands of a few trusted readers who are helping me with proofreading. Next, I’ll upload the book to my printer and wait to receive a proof copyContinue reading “Cover Reveal for my New Kid’s Book!”
WONDERSTRUCK – A Visual Treat
One of my favorite authors for young readers is Brian Selznick. He is the author and illustrator of the book that inspired the 2011 movie, Hugo. The book’s full title is The Invention of Hugo Cabret (2007). When I read that book back in 2009 with my daughter I was in awe of it from start toContinue reading “WONDERSTRUCK – A Visual Treat”