Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded: A Hands-On Guide From Story Creation

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Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded Edition builds off its predecessor's reputation as the go-to resource for any writer just beginning to concept a picture book to writers who have published several books for children and are looking to take their work to another level.

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Master the Art of Writing Enthralling Tales for the Youngest pre-and emerging readers!Fully updated and thoroughly revised, Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded Edition is the go-to resource for writers crafting stories for children ages two to eight. You'll learn the unique set of skills it takes to bring your story to life by using tightly focused text and leaving room for the illustrator to be creative.Award-winning author Ann Whitford Paul helps you develop the skills you need by walking you through techniques and exercises specifically for picture book writers. You'll find-.Instruction on generating ideas, creating characters, point-of-view, beginnings and endings, plotting, word count, rhyme, and more.Unique methods for using poetic techniques to enrich your writing.Hands-on revision exercises (get out your scissors, tape, and highlighters) to help identify problems and improve your picture book manuscripts.Updated tips for researching the changing picture book market, approaching publishers, working with an agent, and developing a platform.All new quizzes and examples from picture books throughout.New chapters cover issues such as page turns, agents, and self-publishingWhether you're just starting out as a picture book writer or have tried unsuccessfully to get your work published, Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded Edition is just what you need to craft picture books that will appeal to young children and parents, and agents and editors.Master the Art of Writing Enthralling Tales for the Youngest pre-and emerging readers!Fully updated and thoroughly revised, Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded Edition is the go-to resource for writers crafting stories for children ages two to eight. You'll learn the unique set of skills it takes to bring your story to life by using tightly focused text and leaving room for the illustrator to be creative.Award-winning author Ann Whitford Paul helps you develop the skills you need by walking you through techniques and exercises specifically for picture book writers. You'll find-.Instruction on generating ideas, creating characters, point-of-view, beginnings and endings, plotting, word count, rhyme, and more.Unique methods for using poetic techniques to enrich your writing.Hands-on revision exercises (get out your scissors, tape, and highlighters) to help identify problems and improve your picture book manuscripts.Updated tips for researching the changing picture book market, approaching publishers, working with an agent, and developing a platform.All new quizzes and examples from picture books throughout.New chapters cover issues such as page turns, agents, and self-publishingWhether you're just starting out as a picture book writer or have tried unsuccessfully to get your work published, Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded Edition is just what you need to craft picture books that will appeal to young children and parents, and agents and editors.

Author Biography

Ann Whitford Paul (Los Angeles, California) is the author of 19 picture books including If Animals Said I Love You, If Animals Kissed Goodnight, Hello Toes! Hello Feet!, Tortuga in Trouble and Count on Culebra. She writes and teaches others how to write picture books.

Review

"If you want to write picture books, you must have this book." --San Francisco Book Review, 5 stars

Long Description

Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded Edition builds off its predecessor's reputation as the go-to resource for any writer just beginning to concept a picture book to writers who have published several books for children and are looking to take their work to another level. Intensely craft-heavy, this book covers topics such as, story frameworking, storytelling, creating characters, developing a three-act structure, determining page turns, using rhyming, and more. It also delves into what you need to do to sell your book--from making a dummy (something unique to picture book writers), researching the market, developing a platform, finding an agent, and more. This revised and expanded edition will delve into more craft topics, including new chapters on the importance of page turns and how word count has changed over the years, plus the ever-evolving marketplace of publishing and children's books. New in This Edition Updated examples from picture books throughout the book. Brand new quizzes and examples to help you clarify and hone your craft. Updated and expanded content throughout to reflect the changes in the picture book market. A new chapter with greater emphasis on finding an agent, working with an agent, submitting to small presses, and self-publishing.

Review Quote

"If you want to write picture books, you must have this book." -- San Francisco Book Review , 5 stars

Details ISBN1440353751 Pages 272 Publisher F&W Publications Inc Edition 2nd ISBN-10 1440353751 ISBN-13 9781440353758 Format Paperback Country of Publication United States Year 2018 Imprint Writer's Digest Books Subtitle A Hands-On Guide From Story Creation to Publication Place of Publication Ohio DEWEY 808.02 Author Ann Whitford Paul Replaces 9781582975566 Short Title Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded Edition Language English Publication Date 2018-11-13 US Release Date 2018-11-13 UK Release Date 2018-11-13 Edition Description Edition Audience General NZ Release Date 2018-11-12 AU Release Date 2018-11-12 We've got this

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