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Backstory Basics
Backstory can be essential to understanding a character and his/her journey. It can deepen conflict, reveal motivation and elicit sympathy for a hero or secondary character. But… Nothing can kill...
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Announcing “Editor in a Box”!
You’ve finished the first draft of your children’s book or YA novel… now what? Or… You’ve revised until you’re blue in the face, but it’s still not quite “there” yet. Maybe you’re considering hiring a...
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Announcing the Ultimate Guide to Picture Book Submissions!
I’m thrilled to announce that my good friend and colleague, author and 12X12 Picture Book Challenge Founder Julie Hedlund, and I have officially launched our new course, The Ultimate Guide to Picture...
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What’s your biggest question about writing children’s books?
Happy New Year! As a children’s author, editor and writing coach, I spend a lot of time talking about writing and/or publishing books for children and young adults. I feel so blessed to do the work I...
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The Single Best Resource for Picture Book Authors
Picture Book writers of the world, listen up! The single best resource that I know of for picture book writers is — for a very limited time — accepting new registrations. 12 x 12 is a year-long writing...
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Free Video Series Answering Your Picture Book Submission Questions
For those of you who write picture books, here’s some great news! My friend and colleague Julie Hedlund and I recently ran a survey asking for questions about picture book submissions. We received SO...
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What’s Your Biggest Question About Doing School Visits?
I’m putting the final touches on School Visit Wizard, a step-by-step, customizable kit to help authors book, plan and deliver A+ author visits in schools. I want to make sure I’ve covered everything,...
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Breezy Bunnies
Breezy Bunnies by Margie Blumberg Will rain spoil little brother’s breezy day? It’s springtime in Carrot Cake Park and these two breezy bunnies–Millie and her little brother Jimmy—are ready for fun . ....
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Paris Hop!
Paris Hop! by Margie Blumberg On a visit to Paris, France, for just one day, Grandma Goldie is eager to show her granddaughter, Aimee, how the city sparkles in the sun from the top of the Eiffel Tower....
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The Secret at Haney Field
The Secret at Haney Field: A Baseball Mystery by R.M. Clark Mysterious things are happening at Haney Field, which April O’Day and her best friend, Darren Plummer, are determined to uncover. Who are...
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The Case of the Missing Crown Jewels
Who Stole the Crown Jewels? Twelve-year-old Keira discovers a hat floating on the Long Island Sound. When she puts it on, weird, wacky and wonderful things happen. Little does she know that she will...
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Free Video Training Series on School Visits
For those of you who write children’s books and are interested in school visits, here’s some great news! I ran a survey several months ago asking you to tell me your biggest question (or fear) about...
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How Far in Advance Do Schools Book Author Visits?
Authors interested in doing school visits often wonder when they should contact schools to cultivate bookings. The answer is: as far in advance as possible. Many – if not most – schools plan their...
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School Visit Wizard is here!
Do you know the #1 way to build an audience of loyal readers AND boost your author income exponentially? By doing school visits. It’s true. School author visits are the single best way to connect...
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Back to School for Writers
Now that the kids have gone back to school, why don’t you? If you find yourself filled with ideas for children’s books and would love to write picture books, middle grade or young adult novels –...
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The Very Fairy Princess Doodle Book
Get your glitter pens and favorite markers ready — it’s time to channel your inner artist with the Very Fairy Princess! Create your very own tiara, design gorgeous fairy princess wings, and draw unique...
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The Very Fairy Princess: A Spooky, Sparkly Halloween
Gerry is in search of the PERFECT costume – one that will look just right with her wings and crown. Her imagination runs wild, and she decides on a flowing angel outfit (complete with a sparkly halo,...
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Are You Ready to Crack the Picture Book Query?
For writers seeking representation, the query has to do a lot of heavy lifting: It’s your first impression to an agent or editor. It has to make the agent feel like you’ve done your homework. It has to...
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The #1 Best Resource for Picture Book Authors
If you’re a working or aspiring picture book writer, this post is for YOU. The single best resource that I know of for picture book writers is – for a VERY limited time – accepting new registrations....
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Am I Writing a Picture Book?
Not every children’s book with illustrations qualifies as a picture book. Picture book is a unique format, distinct from chapter books or illustrated novels. Picture books are designed for...
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