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The Trouble with Rhyme

The Trouble with Rhyme

Writing for Children BlogBy Kelli PaniqueAugust 3, 2022Leave a comment

We know without a doubt that children love poetry and picture books that rhyme. So why do publishers say they don’t want rhyme in submissions?

Write Something New

Summer Fresh: Write Something New

Writing for Children BlogBy Kelli PaniqueJune 15, 20222 Comments

Summer offers a chance to write something new and different to keep you active in your writing. Here are summer fresh possibilities for writing for children.

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Bonnie Lindauer

Published GradsBy Kelli PaniqueMay 13, 20221 Comment

Hannah G. Solomon Dared to Make a Difference
May 13, 2022

Emotional Truth in Writing a Picture Book

Emotional Truth in Writing a Picture Book

Writing for Children BlogBy Kelli PaniqueMarch 31, 20222 Comments

Establishing an emotional connection is an important element to consider in writing a picture book. Jan Fields share picture books that have nailed emotional truth in their stories.

Picture Book Writing Exercises

Trouble Getting Started? Try Picture Book Writing Exercises

Writing for Children BlogBy Kelli PaniqueMarch 24, 20222 Comments

In picture book writing, getting started can be the hardest part. Jan Fields shares her go-to writing exercises for getting the writing motor revved up raring to go!

Writing Picture Books

4 Questions About Writing Picture Books

Writing for Children BlogBy Kelli PaniqueMarch 17, 20222 Comments

Picture books are probably the most easily identified of all the children’s books. So, let’s answer four burning questions today about writing picture books.

Writing a Children’s Book

The First 3 Questions About Writing a Children’s Book | IFW

Writing for Children BlogBy Kelli PaniqueMarch 10, 20223 Comments

Let’s look at the three most frequently asked questions about writing a children’s book in today’s market with answers from author Jan Fields.

Tips for Writing a Children's Picture Book

Essential Tips for Writing Children’s Picture Books | IFW

Writing for Children BlogBy Kelli PaniqueMarch 4, 20223 Comments

For such tiny books, picture books are complex creations. Today, Jan Fields shares essential tips for writing children’s picture books that delight kids and adults alike!

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Recurring Topics: Seasons

Writing for Children BlogBy Kelli PaniqueAugust 24, 2021Leave a comment

Seasonal stories, seasonal poetry and even a bit of seasonal nonfiction can be counted upon to appear in magazines and on publishers’ book lists every year. Jan Fields shares how to make this perennial topics feel new.

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Remember the First Day of School?

Writing for Children BlogBy Kelli PaniqueAugust 16, 20211 Comment

Every year one event rolls around that is profoundly meaningful for children: the first day of school and these stories can offer a special opportunity for writers.

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Bethany Nuckolls

Contest WinnersBy Anand AgarwalJune 21, 2021Leave a comment

Contest: STEAM Article | 3rd Place
Little Witches Must Go To Bed
September 12, 2020

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Jan Fenimore

Published GradsBy Anand AgarwalMay 14, 2021Leave a comment

Dash to the Rescue
May 14, 2021

Top 3 Narrative Nonfiction Missteps Epsiode 241

Top 3 Narrative Nonfiction Missteps – Institute for Writers

PodcastBy Jacque IrizarryApril 16, 20211 Comment

241: Top 3 Narrative Nonfiction Missteps
April 16, 2021

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Teresa Robeson

Published GradsBy Jacque IrizarryFebruary 19, 2021Leave a comment

Queen of Physics: How Wu Chien Shiung Helped Unlock the Secrets of the Atom
February 19, 2021

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Shoba Srinivasan

Published GradsBy Jacque IrizarryJanuary 15, 2021Leave a comment

How Many Lines in a Limerick? Poetic Forms and Literary Terms for Kids of All Ages
January 15, 2021

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Roseanne McDonald

Published GradsBy Jacque IrizarryJanuary 8, 2021Leave a comment

Diamond Rattle Loves to Tattle
January 8, 2021

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Ashley Bartley

Published GradsBy Jacque IrizarryJanuary 2, 2021Leave a comment

Diamond Rattle Loves to Tattle
January 2, 2021

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Iman Alkhateeb

Published GradsBy Maggie McCloskeyNovember 13, 2020Leave a comment

Journey on a Train
November 13, 2020

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Patricia E. Poillucci

Published GradsBy Maggie McCloskeyOctober 16, 2020Leave a comment

Skylites Adventures

October 16, 2020

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Traditional Plot Structure for Very Short Stories | IFW

Writing for Children BlogBy Kelli PaniqueAugust 13, 20202 Comments

Short stories for young children are often under 500 words. That’s why writing picture books and stories for kids looks easy but is actually quite a challenge.

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