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In children’s literature, story is rarely carried by words alone.
From the visual storytelling of picture books to the subtle design elements in middle grade novels and the fully integrated panels of graphic novels, the relationship between text and image plays a defining role in how a narrative is experienced. Each format requires writers to think differently about how meaning is conveyed—and how words and visuals work together to shape the reader’s understanding.
What it Covers:
- A short look at the history of graphic novels
- Different age categories, with examples
- The script format debate
- Cinematic forms
- Detailed step-by-step to creating your first script
- All with examples from Teresa’s own books and other recent books
Who It’s For:
- Picture book writers or novelists who want to branch out into graphic novels.
- Teachers, librarians or literacy specialists interested in writing graphic novels
- Illustrators wanting to combine their visual skills with written storytelling in graphic novels
About Writing Barn Craft Webinars:
Industry professionals: authors, agents, editors, etc. facilitate these events. Price points are low and attendance is high, anywhere from 50-200+ attendees. Writing craft and industry engagement are explored. *REPLAYS are made available for all registrants 2 business days after the event and are available for a limited time.*
Teresa Ho Robeson is an Asian Pacific American Librarians Association Picture Book Award-winning author of fiction and nonfiction books on science and her own culture, from picture books to middle grade to graphic novels. She has seven more books scheduled to release over the next three years. A former Illustrator Coordinator and Co-Regional Advisor for Indiana SCBWI, Teresa also teaches about writing and the publishing life (Highlights, SCBWI, Inked Voices, 12×12, and more). She lives on a mini-farm in southern Indiana with her scientist husband, younger child, and a flock of unruly chickens.
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