Salchows and Semicolons by Isabel Bandeira
YA Novelist Isabel Bandeira shares what she learned about writing and the publishing process from ice skating.
Creating Characters as Real as Spit by Maribeth Boelts
Maribeth Boelts provides us with tips for creating authentic, unforgettable characters in stories.
Research is My Friend by Lauren Castillo
Lauren Castillo, a Caldecott Honor author and illustrator, kicks off this year’s Author Spotlight Series with a piece about how important research is to her artistic process.
How I Became An Author
Ralph Fletcher, who is a beloved trade and professional book author, steps into our Author Spotlight.
How NOT to Publish a Picture Book.
Author/illustrator Val Jones’s first picture book, Who Wants Broccoli? was released earlier this month. She tells us about her path to publication in today’s Author Spotlight post.
Being an Illustrator on Both Sides of the Fence
Mike Curato, author and illustrator of the Little Elliot books, steps into TWT’s Author Spotlight today.
Patience + Perseverance + Passion = Publication
Karen Beaumont, who is known for her lively and celebratory picture books, reminds us that with patience, perseverance, and passion, you WILL prevail.
Trudy Ludwig: True Confessions of a Professional Writer
Trudy Ludwig is an award-winning author who specializes in writing children’s books that explore the colorful and sometimes confusing world of children’s social interactions. Today, we are honored to share Trudy’s thoughts about the writing process.
Crafting Nonfiction: Conducting Research and Organizing Information
Melissa Stewart, award-winning author of more than 150 nonfiction books for children, steps into our Author’s Spotlight today. In her post, she shares about the chunk and check process, which will help your students conduct research.
From Library Desk to Library Shelf: My 10-Year Path to Publication
We’re delighted to have Augusta Scattergood kicking-off our new Author Spotlight Blog Series.
