The Weekly 411 (12/2/16)

© Mishka Jaeger

Dec. 2, 2016, Issue #48

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KIDLIT411 NEWS

The Author Spotlight this week features the talented Marsha Diane Arnold.

New Literary Agent Alert: Serene Hakim of Ayesha Pande Literary- seeks YA

New Agent Alert: Elizabeth Copps of Maria Carvainas Agency, seeks MG, YA

For Writers

How to Write Children's Picture Books

Plot Structure Graphic Organizer

Write Tip: Keeping Out the Intruder Words

NYPL Best Books for Kids

Picture Books

32 Page Picture Book Storyboard (download)

Picture Books Openings and Why They Matter

I've Always Wanted to Write a Picture Book - Getting Started

How to Spot a Great Picture Book

How to Write a Picture Book Query

Indie Publishing

Top 10 Worst Self-Publishing Mistakes Explained

Marketing and Creating a Platform

The Basics for Building a Strong Platform through Social Media

Ask ELAW- Get your writing questions answered from a seasoned editor.