The real Gizelle is no longer with us, but a young friend wanted to see her old home. He loved the book and was thrilled to see where Gizelle used to live.
Monday, July 19, 2021
Friday, June 18, 2021
The real Gizelle
Gizelle the character in Gizelle's Silly, Soggy Day was inspired by a real sheep from our farm. Here is the real Gizelle:
Our Gizelle actually did fall into our creek and had trouble getting out when her fleece was soaked! She was fine after her adventure.
Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Monday, May 31, 2021
So You're Thinking of Writing a Children's Book
Every word counts, every sentence matters. If you think it's easy to craft a picture book story for 2 - 8 year olds, think again.
Don't forget to write a story that has suspense and action. Every children's book needs suspense, tension and an actual plot. Even young readers need characters they care about and reasons to worry about them.
You don't want to write a story kids don't care about. Draw on your own childhood memories and on your observations and understanding of contemporary kids. There's nothing worse than an out of touch children's book author!
Bottom line: There's more to children's books than scribbling a cute story and adding pictures. If this sparks your interest, let's talk! Contact me at winningproof@gmail.com.
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Young reader visits Gizelle's old home
The real Gizelle is no longer with us, but a young friend wanted to see her old home. He loved the book and was thrilled to see where Gizel...
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The real Gizelle is no longer with us, but a young friend wanted to see her old home. He loved the book and was thrilled to see where Gizel... -
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Gizelle the character in Gizelle's Silly, Soggy Day was inspired by a real sheep from our farm. Here is the real Gizelle: Our Gizelle a...