Tag Archives: Society of Children’s Book Writers and ILlustrators

Working for Hire in the Educational Market

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Amanda Livingston

In last week’s shoptalk meeting of the Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators, we talked about the educational market and working for hire. Members collectively asked and answered questions about these topics, which I’ve outlined below if you’re interested … Continue reading →

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Bold Beginnings: How to Hone Your Opening

Posted on November 22, 2016 by Amanda Livingston

Read the following: “My alarm went off at 7:30 a.m. I yawned, got out of bed, walked to the bathroom, and started to brush my teeth. I was so excited to see Taylor Swift in concert tonight!’Jess, come downstairs! I … Continue reading →

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The Joys, Trials, and Tribulations of Publishing Your Own Picture Book

Posted on October 5, 2016 by Amanda Livingston

This week I attended a “shoptalk” meeting of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators at my local Barnes & Noble in Ithaca, New York. To my understanding, they meet once a month at this Barnes & Noble and talk about … Continue reading →

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