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A Cafe Chat with Book Designer Taylor Abatiell, by Berrie Torgan-Randall
We are getting very excited for our upcoming Virtual Illustrator Day on October 9, 2021. This year we are focusing on nonfiction and biography. There is still time to register, and we are still accepting applications for our scholarships (application … Continue reading
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Tagged Berrie Torgan-Randall, children's book biography, children's book illustrators, eastern PA scbwi, Eastern PA SCBWI events, Illustrator Day, nonfiction children's books, nonfiction illustrators, nonfiction picture books, SCBWI, SCBWI scholarships, Taylor Abatiell
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Eastern PA Webinar: Writing About History for Kids, with Lisa A. Crayton
UPCOMING WEBINAR Writing About History for Kids Monday, November 16, 2020 7:30-9:00 p.m. EST Historical fiction and nonfiction offer information and entertainment opportunities for kids. Learn about the creative pitfalls to avoid and success strategies. This webinar covers research, market … Continue reading
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Tagged eastern PA scbwi, Eastern PA SCBWI events, events, Lisa Crayton, nonfiction, nonfiction for kids, nonfiction picture books, SCBWI, SCBWI webinar, webinar, writing about history for kids
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Voice in Nonfiction – Part 2, by Anthony D. Fredericks
Navigating Nonfiction A monthly column by Anthony D. Fredericks Last month we talked about creating your voice in nonfiction. I shared with you some powerful ways to build communication bridges with your readers—principally by reading your writing aloud. This month … Continue reading
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Tagged Anthony D. Fredericks, children's books, developing voice, eastern PA scbwi, Navigating Nonfiction, nonfiction, nonfiction picture books, Pocono Retreat, Pocono Retreat 2019, SCBWI, voice, writing advice, writing children's books: everything you need to know from story creation to getting published
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#LoveMadeVisible: Warm. So Warm, by Kate Garchinsky
Warm. So Warm By Kate Garchinsky From The Secret Life of the Skunk written by Laurence Pringle (Boyds Mills Press, August 13, 2019). Kate Garchinsky’s first word was “bird.” Now she illustrates award-winning books about birds and other wild creatures, including The Secret … Continue reading
#LoveMadeVisible: Haunting Love, by Tammy Higgins
Haunting Love by Tammy Higgins Love is The scratching of a fork Spooling pasta Onto a soup spoon. Love is The pungent burst Of garlic squeezing Through a press. Love is The soft sizzle Of chicken cutlets In a slick … Continue reading
Voice in Nonfiction – Part 1, by Anthony D. Fredericks
Navigating Nonfiction A monthly column by Anthony D. Fredericks There is a potent secret to good nonfiction writing! It’s called voice. Voice is that element in writing that connects the author with the reader. It’s a bond, a trust, and a … Continue reading
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Tagged Anthony D. Fredericks, children's books, I am the desert, KidLit, Navigating Nonfiction, nonfiction, nonfiction children's books, nonfiction picture books, SCBWI, voice, writing children's books: everything you need to know from story creation to getting published
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An Interview with Rachel Dougherty, by Anna Forrester
EasternPennPoints contributor Anna Forrester recently had a chat with Rachel Dougherty about Secret Engineer, Rachel’s upcoming debut book as an Author/Illustrator. Secret Engineer will be released next month on February 19. Here’s what they had to say. Anna: Hey Rachel—thanks for … Continue reading
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Tagged a racoon at the white house, anna forrester, Bat Count, emily roebling, EPA SCBWI, historical picture books, interview, Jessica Gunderson, kid lit, Martha Peaslee Levine, nonfiction picture books, Rachel Dougherty, research, scbwi eastern pa, secret engineer, secret engineer: how emily roebling build the brooklyn bridge, the twelve days of christmas in pennsylvania, your life as a cabin attendant on the titanic, your life as a pioneer on the oregon trail
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Fermentation Time, by Anthony D. Fredericks
Navigating Nonfiction A monthly column by Anthony D. Fredericks Let’s assume you’re making preparations for a weekend party. Lots of your friends are coming over and you want to be sure you have some great food and their favorite beverages. So, you drive … Continue reading
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Tagged Anthony D. Fredericks, KidLit, Navigating Nonfiction, nonfiction, nonfiction picture books, tall tall tree, writing, writing advice, writing children's books: everything you need to know from story creation to getting published
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The Right Verb, by Anthony D. Fredericks
Navigating Nonfiction A monthly column by Anthony D. Fredericks Question: What does a thesaurus eat for breakfast? Answer: A synonym roll. Let’s take a look at the following passage: Cheetahs can run very fast. They can run much faster than … Continue reading
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Tagged Anthony D. Fredericks, KidLit, Navigating Nonfiction, nonfiction, nonfiction picture books, tall tall tree, Verbs, Writer's Toolbox, writing, writing advice, writing children's books: everything you need to know from story creation to getting published
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Writer’s Block (Don’t Fall for It!), by Anthony D. Fredericks
Navigating Nonfiction A monthly column by Anthony D. Fredericks I don’t get “writer’s block!” Never have, never will. Why? Because I believe writer’s block is a personal exemption—a “get-out-of-jail-free” card. It’s an all-too-common fallback; a walled defense against discipline; and … Continue reading
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Tagged Anthony D. Fredericks, children's books, children's nonfiction, EPA SCBWI, inspiration for writers, KidLit, Navigating Nonfiction, nonfiction, nonfiction picture books, SCBWI, tall tall tree, writer's block, writing advice, writing children's books: everything you need to know from story creation to getting published
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