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Going From Good to Great–Revising a YA novel: SCBWI Highlights

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Kourtney

The final SCBWI intensive workshop I attended was one of the best workshops at the conference. Deborah Halverson “edited children’s books for ten years—until she climbed over the desk and tried out the author’s chair on the other side. Now … Continue reading →

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SCBWI Highlights: Your Impact and Agent’s Thoughts on Industry

Posted on September 21, 2012 by Kourtney

Gary Schmidt was the final keynote speaker at the SCBWI 41st Annual Summer Conference. He echoed the sentiment about surprises in his own unique way saying, “the only gift that God gives us that he can’t enjoy are surprises.” He … Continue reading →

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SCBWI Highlights: Nonattachment and Editor/Publisher Advice

Posted on September 14, 2012 by Kourtney

Tim Ditlow of Amazon Publishing shared some gems with us including the importance of non-attachment. He grew up with his dad working in audiobooks and saw the rise and fall of records, cassette tapes, cds. He likes to believe that … Continue reading →

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Writing Girls and Writing Emotional Truth: SCBWI Highlights

Posted on September 5, 2012 by Kourtney

At the Summer SCBWI conference, I attended Sara Shepard’s workshop on Issues Writing Girls. One of the most interesting points she raised had to deal with dating your books. And not in the going out for coffee sense. But rather … Continue reading →

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Surprises and Suspense: SCBWI Highlights

Posted on August 29, 2012 by Kourtney

Karen Cushman spoke to us about the importance of courting surprises in our writing. One of her best tips is “Don’t fear surprise, welcome it.” Sometimes we have no idea why something comes unbidden. But it’s okay to stray from … Continue reading →

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SCBWI LA Conference Highlights: Timelessness and The Inner Child

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Kourtney

1,234 people were on hand for the SCBWI Summer Conference in LA August 3-6th. The biggest children’s book writers and illustrators conference of the year kicked off with some hilarious opening remarks by Lin Oliver and Stephen Mooser. Stephen regaled … Continue reading →

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I’m going to LA in August

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Kourtney

I signed up for the 41st Annual International SCBWI Summer Conference in LA in August! So excited. For so many reasons. Firstly, SCBWI is an AMAZING organization. I can’t wait to attend the 4 day event. I grew so much … Continue reading →

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