by Martina Boone | Dec 7, 2010 | Imported from AYAP
When writing for young children, we often hear how important it is to stay in-touch with our audience. I have the rare opportunity to interact with the “little people” frequently because I teach first grade. Of course, sometimes it’s unclear...
by Martina Boone | Oct 19, 2010 | Imported from AYAP
Carolyn Crimi is the author of many successful picture books. She has a gift for honing in on what appeals to young children (one look at her portrait demonstrates this clearly). From WHERE’S MY MUMMY? to HENRY & THE BUCCANEER BUNNIES, her titles...
by Martina Boone | Aug 3, 2010 | Imported from AYAP
Associate agent Mary Kole of the Andrea Brown Literary Agency recently posted an interesting article on whether a picture book manuscript makes the cut for publication as a stand-alone book, or is better suited as a short story in a magazine. While... by Martina Boone | Apr 12, 2010 | Imported from AYAP
We all know it’s hard to find time to write. But at the same time, we need to continue to hone our craft. So in the pursuit to improve my writing skills, I began taking a convenient writing course online. This course, Children’s Book Writing I, runs ten weeks through...
by Martina Boone | Mar 23, 2010 | Imported from AYAP
Lawn to Lawn by Dan Yaccarino My rating: 4 of 5 stars Recently, I stumbled upon this new picture book after reading reviews singing its praises. There’s no doubt, Lawn to Lawn by Dan Yaccarino is a wonderful adventure kids will love. Click on the review below...
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