Category Archives: First Friday

First Friday Critique: Rainy Day Diner, by Melissa Shepherd

Posted on June 10, 2016 by

It’s Friday, Friday, Friday!! And Melissa Shepherd has graced our blog with a picture book manuscript up for critique. She says she does have some illustrator notes, but she’s mostly interested in gut reactions to the text. Thanks for sharing, … Continue reading →

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First Fridays: Wienies in Bikinis

Posted on September 26, 2014 by

Good morning and happy Friday, everyone! Here is a submission from Nadine Poper, and she would love your feedback. Thanks for sharing with us, Nadine! And readers, as always, be sure to “sandwich” any constructive criticism you have with compliments. … Continue reading →

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First Fridays: Steve, the Giraffe With No Neck

Posted on September 12, 2014 by

It’s Friday again! Hooray! To celebrate, here’s a hilarious First Friday submission from Erik Ammon called Steve, the Giraffe With No Neck! Quick Summary: Steve the giraffe has no neck.  His parents decide it’s time to take him to the … Continue reading →

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First Fridays – “Light”

Posted on September 5, 2014 by

To get the ball rolling with First Fridays, here are the first few pages of a YA historical novel, “Light.” It’s set at the outbreak of the French Revolution, and it’s part mystery, part love story, part ghost story. For now, … Continue reading →

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First Fridays Are Back!

Posted on September 2, 2014 by

  Got a manuscript or some illustrations you’d love some opinions on? Need a few pairs of fresh eyes? We’ve got just the thing for you! E-mail Lindsay Bandy at LKBandy84@yahoo.com to submit the first page of a picture book manuscript, … Continue reading →

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TGIFF – Leave Your Feedback for First Friday!

Posted on February 28, 2014 by

Just a reminder that registration is now open for the 2014 Pocono Retreat.  This year’s faculty is truly fantastic, and we hope you’ll be there too!  Critiques and Portfolio Reviews are still open as well – but secure your spot before … Continue reading →

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It’s First Friday and we’re looking for feedback!

Posted on February 3, 2014 by

Welcome to First Friday! As always, this is an interactive post and your participation is what makes this exercise valuable to all of us.  Please read the submission and then offer your constructive commentary by replying to this post.  Replies … Continue reading →

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