September 2010

Classroom Lesson Ideas for WHAT REALLY HAPPENED TO HUMPTY?

September 20, 2010

It’s always a nice surprise when I find out that someone has featured one of my books on their blog. This morning, author, teacher, and curriculum guide consultant Kate Narita emailed me to let me know that WHAT REALLY HAPPENED TO HUMPTY? is featured on her blog, http://katenarita.blogspot.com. What I really like about Kate’s blog […]

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“Sit, Stay,Write!”: Writing the Ruff — um, the Rough — Draft

September 15, 2010

That first draft of a story can be rough going – maybe that’s why they call it a “rough” draft.  The sheer act of facing a blank page can be daunting enough. Sometimes it’s tough to write that first sentence. And once you do, how should you proceed? Should you, as Randi Rivers, Jeanie’s editor at […]

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If You Want to Write for Children, Start Here!

September 11, 2010

People often ask me how they can get a book published. I wish I had a magic formula, but the truth is, the journey to publication is different for everyone, and only rarely is there an express lane. However, there are a few basic items I like to share with aspiring authors to help reduce […]

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“Sit, Stay, Write!” Begins!

September 4, 2010

Welcome to “Sit, Stay, Write!,” where we share a lesson, suggestion, or tidbit gleaned from observing the writing habits of our boss, children’s author  Jeanie Ransom. We hope that over these next few weeks together, you’ll find something you can put to use to help you be a more successful writer — however you define […]

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