The Weekly 411 (2/8/19)
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Feb. 8, 2019 vol. 6
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Author Spotlight
For Writers
Today we are excited to feature debut PB author (and friend!) Jamie Deenihan and her debut, WHEN GRANDMA GIVES YOU A LEMON TREE, illustrated by Lorraine Rocha (Sterling, March 5, 2019). Be sure to enter to win a copy!
For Writers
The Key Components of a Compelling Character (According to Psychology)
9 Key Elements Of Great Endings For Books And Stories
Making Ends Meet: How to Write a Good Ending to a Story
Hook, line, and sinker: the best opening lines in children’s and young adult fiction
10 Advantages to Writing a Single-POV Story
Children's Picture Book Database at Miami University
11 Picture Books with Twist Endings Kids Won’t See Coming
Eight Surprise Endings
Character Arcs for Your Children's Book
6 Golden Rules of Writing Middle Grade
9 Key Elements Of Great Endings For Books And Stories
Making Ends Meet: How to Write a Good Ending to a Story
Hook, line, and sinker: the best opening lines in children’s and young adult fiction
10 Advantages to Writing a Single-POV Story
11 Picture Books with Twist Endings Kids Won’t See Coming
Eight Surprise Endings
Character Arcs for Your Children's Book
6 Golden Rules of Writing Middle Grade
- What: submit your novel for children ages 7-18
- Fee: £18 entry fee; open world-wide
- Prize: (1) grand prize is £10,000 advance plus representation from top literary agency, (2) second prize is £7,500 advance.
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