#WBReflects by Gayleen Rabakukk I met Misha Blaise at a recent Wine and Words event at the Writing Barn. She is the author and illustrator of This Phenomenal Life: The […]
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In Media Res: Where Does A Story Begin?
Posted onIn Media Res: Where Does A Story Begin? #WBReflects by Jillee Sexton We probably don’t talk about it often enough, but it’s always there, the thing some of us never […]
Continue ReadingAustin Author Spotlight Interview with Misha Maynerick Blaise
Posted onThis month, The Writing Barn is thrilled to feature Austinite Misha Maynerick Blaise, author of This Phenomenal Life. Don’t forget to join us at The Writing Barn on May 24th […]
Continue ReadingApplying the Childhood Development of Middle Graders to Your Work-in-Progress
Posted onApplying the Childhood Development of Middle Graders to Your Work-in-Progress #WBReflects by Rebekah Junkermeier Remember middle school? I sure do. Braces cemented onto my teeth, the strange sensation of wearing […]
Continue ReadingSuccess Story with… Jason Gallaher
Posted onThe Kid Lit Community is a tight knit group of talented writers, illustrators, publishers, and industry gurus, alike. When one person is successful it isn’t difficult to celebrate that success […]
Continue ReadingSuccess Story Spotlight… with Christina Soontornvat
Posted onThe Kid Lit Community is a tight knit group of talented writers, illustrators, publishers, and industry gurus, alike. When one person is successful it isn’t difficult to celebrate that success as […]
Continue ReadingRejecting Rejection with author Liz Czukas
Posted onThis weeks Rejecting Rejection is from Liz Czukas. She talks about rejection and never giving up because of rejection. Just because a piece has been rejected does not mean that […]
Continue ReadingWhat’s Happening in the Austin Book World February 26-March 5
Posted onHello Everyone I hope all is going well and also, I hope you all had a chance to engage in the Austin Book World this past week. If not that […]
Continue ReadingRejecting Rejection with author Suzy Spencer
Posted onThis weeks Rejecting Rejection is from Suzy Spencer. Whether you’ve been writing for 4 years or 40 years, rejection is inevitable. I’m Tired of Rejection Oh, sweet rejection, “How do I […]
Continue ReadingAustin SCBWI Working Conference: March 7/8 Lodging Specials
Posted onAustin SCBWI Working Conference: March 7/8 Lodging Specials Will you be attending the 2015 Austin SCBWI Working Conference on March 7th and 8th being held at the South Austin Marriott–about […]
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