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Tag Archives: KidLit
The Need to Read, by Anthony D. Fredericks
A Monthly Column by Anthony D. Fredericks WELCOME: What was formerly known as the “Navigating Nonfiction” column for this blog has now been transformed into the “Write Angles” column. Our intent is to offer readers a wider range of topics and … Continue reading
How Can SCBWI Help You?, by Laura Parnum
Many times, when members of the kid lit community are asked to give advice to aspiring children’s book authors and illustrators, one of the top recommendations is to join SCBWI. If you’re following this blog, you’ve probably already done that. … Continue reading
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#Vacation: “Short Relief,” a Poem by Charles Filson
Short Relief by Charles Filson Vacation time has come at last the books are laid to rest. Thoughts are turned to swimming holes, There’s no time for taking tests. Taking trips with Mom and Dad if only for a day, … Continue reading
#Vacation: Summer Sunflowers, by Lynne Dempsey
Summer Sunflowers By Lynne Dempsey Lynne made a deal with a teenage family member. If they did something outside their comfort zone, she would, too. They held up their end of the bargain. So, here is Lynne’s illustration. A … Continue reading
#Vacation: “Beach Walking,” a Poem by Chrissa Pedersen
Beach Walking By Chrissa Pedersen I’ve forgotten how, To walk on the beach. Finding that line Where the sand is firm, But not so hard it hurts my feet. Sand—fresh washed by the sea. “I agree,” I say to no … Continue reading
Posted in #Vacation, Blog Themes, Uncategorized, Wrtiting Prompts
Tagged Beach Walking, children's book writers, children's books, Chrissa Pederson, eastern PA scbwi, illustration prompts, inspiration, KidLit, poems, poetry, SCBWI, summer, summer starters, vacation, writer, writing prompts
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#Vacation: Vacation Time, by Joe Kulka
Vacation Time By Joe Kulka Joe Kulka is an award-winning picture book author and illustrator. He has illustrated over 20 books for children, 6 of which he wrote. Joe’s book “Wolf’s Coming!” has won multiple awards and was named … Continue reading
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Tagged Author Illustrators, children's books, eastern PA scbwi, illustration prompts, illustrator, inspiration, Joe Kulka, KidLit, picture book author/illustrators, picture book authors, picture book illustrators, Picture Books, SCBWI, summer, summer starters, vacation, Vacation Time, writing prompts
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#Vacation: “Redwood Giant!,” a Poem by Lily Erlic
Redwood Giant! By Lily Erlic Redwood Giant! Your trunk is like a red-necked dinosaur, Stretch, stretch to touch the sky, What does your canopy say? Whispers to the clouds, no doubt, Secrets in the sky, Your droplets fall to my face, … Continue reading
