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WOW! What a Kick-off to our SCBWI season. Jennifer March Soloway was our guest agent from the Andrea Brown Literary Agency and she was truly one to listen to. Immediately, she captured the audience in Demaray Hall at SPU last week with her charisma for books, the authors and illustrators behind the books, and those of us who are either dipping our toes into the craft to those of us who are so close to getting an agent. No matter where you are in the process, Jennifer was rooting for each of us!
Jennifer talked about her methods for reading through submissions and the slush pile. But the nuggets of her talk that never get old no matter where you are in the "getting published" process, Jennifer says that "... every rejection is a choice: to keep going or to quit." If you are enjoying the ride, you keep on going. If you are in the process of revising your work, this is the time to embrace the magical transformation of your manuscript or picture book dummy to that of published book. Here are a few key points from Jennifer's presentation that are must haves:
On Thursday, Jennifer taught a master class with more awesome information for perfecting our crafts. In a nutshell, there are three stages of writing:
Thank you, Jennifer, for spending two days with us here in Seattle. We are all looking forward to seeing you again - as our agent!
On another note, let's give a "SHOUT OUT" to Milagros Welt, aka Mili, aka Snack Mistress! First time out of the gate and she put on a spooktacularly delicious Halloween themed spread of snacks and beverages. I can't wait to see what November brings. Mili, awesome and thank you!
Now, on to something that is super cool. Jay Asher is coming to town. And what's more, he is a client of the Andrea Brown Literary Agency.
"Jay Asher’s first book, Thirteen Reasons Why was and is a worldwide phenomenon. It’s been translated into 35 languages, spent over 200 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list, and sold nearly 2.5 million copies since its 2007 debut, making it a contemporary classic with staying power. It’s been named a Children's Best Book by the Association of Booksellers, an ALA Quick Pick for Reluctant Young Adult Readers, and has appeared on 16 state award master lists. Netflix is adapting it into a 13-episode series. Selena Gomez is set to produce the project from Anoynymous Content and Paramount TV, with a pilot penned by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Brian Yorkey (Next to Normal).
Hope to see everyone at Secret Garden Books on November 1st and at our next SCBWI meeting on Wednesday November 9th.
Cheers,
Kathleen
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By now, we've gotten to know a bit of Jennifer's personal side - she loves ice cream and Peet's coffee and running. And we know how she works - diligent about reading manuscripts and committed to the read. And overall, a person who wears her agent/editor hat passionately and with a humanistic realness that even the most introverted writer will be propelled to strike up a conversation with her. As our interview was winding down, I felt there was still something missing that I wanted ... no needed to know about Jennifer. I asked her to think back to her teen-self, then I asked, if she could invite any YA character to a party, who would she invite? Without skipping a beat, she said she would have loved to invite Deenie from Deenie by Judy Blume, the anonymous protagonist from, Go Ask Alice by Anonymous, John and Loraine from, The Pigman, by Paul Zindel, and Willa from Early Disorder by Rebecca Josephs. Oh, Jennifer's poor mother should she have had to entertain these teens for real!
Then, I asked Jennifer the same question but as an adult, who would she invite to a dinner party? Her faves are Olivia and Henry from The Cure for Dreaming by Cat Winters, Hope and Dess from Peas and Carrots by Anita S. Davis, Junior from The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie, Alana from Night Speed, by Chris Howard, Jack from The Marbury Lens by Andrew Smith, and Cadence from We Were Liars by E. Lockhart. Whew! This would be quite the dinner party. I would most definitely want to be the fly on the wall!
Jennifer has been a voracious reader even from a young age. Ever since her teen years, Jennifer has been obsessed with the problem novel. She says her inner rebel surfaced in her reading by getting her hands on any book her mother "deemed inappropriate and off-limits" such as Forever by Judy Blume and Flowers In the Attic by V.C. Andrews. Jennifer read these titles when she was 11 or 12!
My one last burning question was, "What is on your nightstand begging to be read?" Unlike her sister who loves the slasher thriller, Jennifer loves the "... is the premise real or all in your head?" psychological thriller. One of Jennifer's all time favorites is Carrie. It is the "... perfect scary coming of age teen girl ..." thriller. Another favorite is, The Cure for Dreaming, by Cat Winters. It's a fun read and keeps you guessing, " ... is it in your head? Or, wait, no, it's real! No, it's just all in my head." Sounds like the perfect read with a flashlight under the bed covers when the rest of the house has gone to sleep. Another favorite author is Andrew Smith, in particular, Marbury Lens. Lest you think Jennifer is all about the dark psychological thriller, Jennifer does love a good literary read. At the time of my interview Jennifer was reading, Girl In the Blue Coat by Monica Hesse.
This concludes my interview with Jennifer. I hope you now have a few "ice-breakers" for when you introduce yourself to Jennifer because you will introduce yourself at the SCBWI meeting on October 12th. Jennifer has specifically expressed her interest in meeting people - the authors and the illustrators alike. This is not the time to be shy. Tell Jennifer I said so.
Cheers,
Kathleen A. Hunter
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Aaaack! the dreaded red pen. Don't let her smile fool you. Just kiddin'. Jennifer is all smiles - how do I know? Because we Skyped. And, Jennifer is as Jen-uine as they come.
What is Jennifer's Process?
We all like to know what's going to give us an edge with an agent who receives hundreds of submissions. Well, Jennifer has a process to the madness of reading through manuscripts. As we all know, these days, everything is submitted through e-mail. She receives manuscripts via submission and queries. She reads every single day - whether on her computer at her desk, or on her portable device of choice. With this kind of schedule, words can become blurs on the page like those of a Rorschach test. When this happens, Jennifer will give that manuscript a "maybe" and then she'll read it again, which is not unusual for her to read something several times. If she's still not sure, she'll ask for a partial, then a full. If the manuscript is really good, then she's in for the duration. If it's still on the fence, she will consider why and she won't pass on something unless she's sure.
Once she requests a full manuscript, then she'll download it on her iPad and read it like a novel. This is when she'll put on her super editorial hat and go to town, the old fashioned way, via pen and paper. Then she'll type a letter with page number references and send to the author.
If she receives a submission that is not quite ready for representation, she'll provide critical feedback, suggestions for what is needed along with an invitation to resubmit in six months. Whoa! Did I really write that? You can resubmit to Jennifer? Yes sir-ee! Awesome! Also, if Jennifer meets you at a conference or a meeting and you submit to her, she will personalize her letter to you. Hey, better attend the SCBWI meeting on Wednesday October 12th and meet Jennifer. Just sayin' ...
Okay, so you've submitted and now you are crossing of the days on your calendar. Waiting. Waiting. Waiting. Still, no ping from your email. No ring from your brand new iPhone you bought just because you didn't want to risk missing Jennifer's call on your not so brand new other phone. Here's the scoop. If you've marked off enough days to equal six weeks, consider it a pass. Now, start crossing of days for six months and resubmit a better, more polished manuscript to either Jennifer or even a different agent at Andrea Brown Literary. However, all this being said, Jennifer suggests you not query your first draft. And maybe not even your third draft. Be readier than ready. More polished than polished.
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Also known to us mortals with feet planted firmly on Earth as Jennifer March Soloway, Associate Agent with the Andrea Brown Literary Agency.
I had the pleasure of Skyping with Jennifer and it was like chatting with a friend I've known for many years. Conversation was easy, informative, encouraging, and, well, fun!
You might think I wanted to jump right in and pick her brain about submissions, what kind of projects is she looking for to add to her list of clients, and all the usual "oh my gosh I'm talking to an agent" type of questions. But no. For those who know me, I had to ask Jennifer about Sugar. Yes, I love to bake, but this is a different kind of sugar.
When Jennifer is not running she likes to ride her bike all around the city of San Francisco. There was a time when she taught spinning classes. She loves to engage in races for the camaraderie with a group of like-minded individuals. And when she wants to opt for more wheels, she drives a Mini Cooper.
A super fun-fact is that Jennifer is a retired amateur boxer with a 1-1 record. She even fought a lady who eventually went pro. After boxing for a year, she taught boxing as an aerobics class.
Jennifer had the opportunity to live in Denmark for three months and consequently, loves all things Danish - including Danish and Scandinavian literature and commercial fiction and television. She suggests checking-out the Danish show, The Bridge, on Amazon Prime.
One of Jennifer's previous jobs was working for a toy company. She worked with toy inventors, touring the country listening to their pitches and attending toy inventor workshops. Once she found a toy she liked, she would then pitch the toy to her company, and if they liked the toy, then Jen would negotiate the contract. Eventually, she left the toy industry and went back to school to get her MFA in creative writing. But it's agenting that is her passion.
Stay tuned for more from my interview with Jen Solo. I'll share her thoughts on what she's looking for, what she likes, what her pet peeve is, and who she's inviting for dinner!
Cheers --
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Also known to us mortals with feet planted firmly on Earth as Jennifer March Soloway, Associate Agent with the Andrea Brown Literary Agency.
I had the pleasure of Skyping with Jennifer and it was like chatting with a friend I've known for many years. Conversation was easy, informative, encouraging, and, well, fun!
You might think I wanted to jump right in and pick her brain about submissions, what kind of projects is she looking for to add to her list of clients, and all the usual "oh my gosh I'm talking to an agent" type of questions. But no. For those who know me, I had to ask Jennifer about Sugar. Yes, I love to bake, but this is a different kind of sugar.
When Jennifer is not running she likes to ride her bike all around the city of San Francisco. There was a time when she taught spinning classes. She loves to engagein races for the camaraderie with a group of like-minded individuals. And when she wants to opt for more wheels, she drives a Mini Cooper.
A super fun-fact is that Jennifer is a retired amateur boxer with a 1-1 record. She even fought a lady who eventually went pro. After boxing for a year, she taught boxing as an aerobics class.
Jennifer had the opportunity to live in Denmark for three months and consequently, loves all things Danish - including Danish and Scandinavian literature and commercial fiction and television. She suggests checking-out the Danish show, The Bridge, on Amazon Prime.
One of Jennifer's previous jobs was working for a toy company. She worked with toy inventors, touring the country listening to their pitches and attending toy inventor workshops. Once she found a toy she liked, she would then pitch the toy to her company, and if they liked the toy, then Jen would negotiate the contract. Eventually, she left the toy industry and went back to school to get her MFA in creative writing. But it's agenting that is her passion.
Stay tuned for more from my interview with Jen Solo. I'll share her thoughts on what she's looking for, what she likes, what her pet peeve is, and who she's inviting for dinner!
Cheers --
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Secret Garden Books is hosting bestselling, Caldecott Honor artist David Shannon!
His new picture book is Duck on a Tractor, and it tells the story of a determined duck who decides to jump on a tractor and drive it around the barnyard and through town, with hilarious consequences!
David Shannon is the internationally acclaimed creator of more than thirty picture books, including No, David!, a Caldecott Honor Book and his second New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year, and three more David picture books. Shannon's bestsellers include A Bad Case of Stripes, Duck on a Bike, and his recent Bugs in My Hair! He lives in California with his family.
Visit his website here.
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Join the illustrators of the Super Duper Summer Show this Saturday from 12:00 - 2:00 pm at the Washington State Convention Center for a family Draw-Along. You definitely don’t need to be a kid to come. Materials will be provided. This is a great opportunity to see the work of over 70 illustrators from our region. We will have a ton of fun together!
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Here's what you've all been waiting for. Registration is open now for the 2016-2017 SCBWI season here in Washington. There are special agent consults and master classes as well as the Great Critique that you will want to register for before registering is no longer an option. So, don't delay, get your "butt in chair" and register for this craft inspiring, social networking, profession-building year ahead. Don't let it slip by.
Click on the handy link for all the finer details.
http://www.cvent.com/d/gvqp49
See you in October for our first meeting!
Happy Writing and Illustrating
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"The Writing for Children certificate at UW is one of the best monetary- and self-investments I have ever made. Not only did the class help me develop my writing skills to the point that I have since acquired an agent, I also connected with like-minded peers who were just as invested in, and excited about, writing for children as I am. As a result, I've gained a wonderful and long-standing critique group; as well as invaluable knowledge about the craft of writing, the process of writing (and finishing!) a book, and the business side of children's publishing. I could not recommend this class more highly. A+.” ~Sophie Peterson
The UW Certificate in Writing for Childrenprogram was a smart investment into my writing life. The program boosted my confidence by providing a strong foundation and focusing my writing goals. The instructor and my critique group from UW continue to be a support network.” ~Judy Bailey
Happy Writing!
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The SCBWI Book Blast is a fantastic way to boost your newly published book's outreach. Design a one-of-a-kind, online page that gives visitors an inside look at you and your book.
For $25, you can choose from one of our 7 beautiful pre-designed templates, which will be hosted here at scbwi.org for the general public to browse, purchase and enjoy!
Start creating your page on September 1st! We want you to take full advantage of the entire six-week promotion period, so have your page ready by our launch date, October 10th. You can still purchase a Book Blast any time between October 10th and November 18th.
The Book Blast promotion will last six weeks, from October 10th to November 18th, and is available for all books published in 2016
To see an example of all our 7 templates, CLICK HERE!
Ready to get started?
To purchase a Book Blast: members simply log in to www.scbwi.org and click "My Book Blast" on the left side of your profile.
INSTRUCTIONS for creating your Book Blast page
FAQ
Q: Is this anything like the Book Launch Party promotion from last year?
A: Yes! Book Blast is the same program as the Book Launch Parties, but polished and re-tooled. You can access Book Blast through your member profile, in the same spot where the BLPs used to be.
Q: Can I make a Book Blast for my app or ebook?
A: Sure! Apps and ebooks are welcome along with hard copy and paperback books.
Q: How long does the Book Blast period last?
A: Book Blast is a six-week promotion, launching on October 10th and ending on November 18th. Your page will be visible throughout that time and you can make edits at any time.
Q: When will my Book Blast page become accessible to the public?
A: All of the Book Blast pages will be launching together on October 10th; after that point, we encourage you to publicize your page as much as you can.
Q: How do I promote my own Book Blast page?
A: We recommend putting your Book Blast on all of your social media platforms, especially Facebook and Twitter. You’ll need to get the link to your personal page, which you can access by clicking ‘Preview Book Blast’ and using the URL from the top of the Book Blast page. Copy and paste that URL into all of your posts and tweets.
Q: How do I ‘submit’ my Book Blast when I’m finished editing?
A: After hitting ‘Save’ on your finalized page, you don’t have to do anything other than wait. Your Book Blast will automatically go live on the launch date, October 10th.
Q: How long do I have to edit my page?
Make sure your page looks perfect and check for typos before the launch date, October 10th. That being said, you can add or update information (like reviews or upcoming appearances) all throughout our Book Blast period.
You’ll be able to access your page through your member profile, as usual. You can edit your page at any time, up until the program ends on November 18th.
Q: When I post my page link to Facebook I only see the SCBWI Book Blast logo as the image and not my book. What’s going on?
A: When you paste the link to your Book Blast into a new Facebook post, Facebook will dynamically retrieve the "SCBWI Book Book Blast" image, and place it in your post. If you click that "Book Blast" image, it will take you to the *full* Book Blast listing—it won't yet go to your personal page. That's because you haven't saved the Facebook post yet. After you click the blue "Post" button to save the post on your timeline, clicking the image *will* take you to your personal Book Blast page.
Note that the blue "Post" button is now gone, and so is the URL that you pasted in. That URL is now the link when clicking the image.
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By: Kathleen,
on 10/24/2016
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By: Kathleen,
on 10/18/2016
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How To Be a Guest at Jennifer's Dinner Table
WOW! What a Kick-off to our SCBWI season. Jennifer March Soloway was our guest agent from the Andrea Brown Literary Agency and she was truly one to listen to. Immediately, she captured the audience in Demaray Hall at SPU last week with her charisma for books, the authors and illustrators behind the books, and those of us who are either dipping our toes into the craft to those of us who are so close to getting an agent. No matter where you are in the process, Jennifer was rooting for each of us!
Jennifer talked about her methods for reading through submissions and the slush pile. But the nuggets of her talk that never get old no matter where you are in the "getting published" process, Jennifer says that "... every rejection is a choice: to keep going or to quit." If you are enjoying the ride, you keep on going. If you are in the process of revising your work, this is the time to embrace the magical transformation of your manuscript or picture book dummy to that of published book. Here are a few key points from Jennifer's presentation that are must haves:
- A dynamic opening line
- A strong, engaging voice
- An intriguing premise that feels different from anything else
- An opening scene filed with drama that has enough context to immediately ground the reader in the world
- An irresistible character with high stakes
- An additional story thread that is also compelling
On Thursday, Jennifer taught a master class with more awesome information for perfecting our crafts. In a nutshell, there are three stages of writing:
- Writing for story - here is where you just write. No editing. Only writing.
- Revise for structure, plot, clarity, and character.
- Polish language at the line level - POV and word choice.
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Thank you, Jennifer, for spending two days with us here in Seattle. We are all looking forward to seeing you again - as our agent!
On another note, let's give a "SHOUT OUT" to Milagros Welt, aka Mili, aka Snack Mistress! First time out of the gate and she put on a spooktacularly delicious Halloween themed spread of snacks and beverages. I can't wait to see what November brings. Mili, awesome and thank you!
BOOK LAUNCH
Now, on to something that is super cool. Jay Asher is coming to town. And what's more, he is a client of the Andrea Brown Literary Agency.
"Jay Asher’s first book, Thirteen Reasons Why was and is a worldwide phenomenon. It’s been translated into 35 languages, spent over 200 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list, and sold nearly 2.5 million copies since its 2007 debut, making it a contemporary classic with staying power. It’s been named a Children's Best Book by the Association of Booksellers, an ALA Quick Pick for Reluctant Young Adult Readers, and has appeared on 16 state award master lists. Netflix is adapting it into a 13-episode series. Selena Gomez is set to produce the project from Anoynymous Content and Paramount TV, with a pilot penned by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Brian Yorkey (Next to Normal).
Described by Asher as the answer to Thirteen Reasons Why, his new book, What Light is a love story that's moving and life-affirming and unforgettable. Early praise:
"A beautiful story of love and forgiveness."�Stephen Chbosky, New York Times bestselling author of The Perks of Being a Wallflower"
When: Tuesday, 1 November 2016
7 PM
Where: Secret Garden Books
2214 NW Market St.
Questions: CONTACT Suzanne Perry
Events / Public Relations Manager
206-789-5006
Visit Jay's website at: http://jayasher.blogspot.com/
Hope to see everyone at Secret Garden Books on November 1st and at our next SCBWI meeting on Wednesday November 9th.
Cheers,
Kathleen
By: Kathleen,
on 10/17/2016
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This first Kid Lit Drink Night will be at the Dumas Bay Centre to coincide with the Weekend on the Water Retreat. However, you don't have to be part of the Weekend on the Water writing retreat in order to attend this month's Kid Lit Drink Night. It will, however, be held in the same location.
Come hob-knob with fellow authors, illustrators, and children's books enthusiasts. Oh, and this is a BYOBoC (bring your own beverage of choice) which can be anything from wine, beer, orange juice, smoothie, whatever rocks your writer and illustrator boat.
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Where: Dumas Bay Centre
3200 SW Dash Point Road
Federal Way, WA 98023
I'll be there and we all hope you will be, too!
Cheers,
Kathleen
Come hob-knob with fellow authors, illustrators, and children's books enthusiasts. Oh, and this is a BYOBoC (bring your own beverage of choice) which can be anything from wine, beer, orange juice, smoothie, whatever rocks your writer and illustrator boat.
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Where: Dumas Bay Centre
3200 SW Dash Point Road
Federal Way, WA 98023
I'll be there and we all hope you will be, too!
Cheers,
Kathleen
By: Kathleen,
on 10/14/2016
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Saturday Kid Lit Classes at Green River
Two of our tribe are teaching at Green River for writers AND illustrators
Illustrators
Dana Sullivan is teaching Illustrating Picture Books
When: Saturday Oct. 22 and 29 9 a.m. to noon.
This crash course includes manuscript formatting, storyboards, making a book dummy and illustration techniques. Working with agents and editors and ultimately getting published will also be discussed. Great for any level of illustrator, from beginner to pro.
Details and registration: http://www.campusce.net/GreenRiver/course/course.aspx?C=2633&pc=187&mc=212&sc=
See Dana’s work at www.danajsullivan.com. Give him a shout with questions: danajsullivan@comcast.net
Writers
Al Rubeck is teaching Writing for Children and Getting Published
When: Oct 29 & Nov 5
9-11:30
9-11:30
Or
Feb 11 & 18
9 – 11:30 a.m.
Feb 11 & 18
9 – 11:30 a.m.
Learn how to get ideas and turn them into stories as we discuss plot and character development, story structure, point of view, dialogue, where and how to market your work, and how to get published. Short writing exercises included.
Details and registration:
http://www.campusce.net/GreenRiver/course/course.aspx?C=2539&pc=187&mc=222&sc=
Al Rubeck has been published in ‘TEEN magazine, Holidays & Seasonal Celebrations, The Best Of Holidays & Seasonal Celebrations, Nuthouse magazine, Highlights for Children, and Jack And Jill magazine. Al has also taught writing for children for the Kent Parks Department.
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Al Rubeck has been published in ‘TEEN magazine, Holidays & Seasonal Celebrations, The Best Of Holidays & Seasonal Celebrations, Nuthouse magazine, Highlights for Children, and Jack And Jill magazine. Al has also taught writing for children for the Kent Parks Department.
Al's contact info is: [email protected]
By: Kathleen,
on 10/10/2016
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By now, we've gotten to know a bit of Jennifer's personal side - she loves ice cream and Peet's coffee and running. And we know how she works - diligent about reading manuscripts and committed to the read. And overall, a person who wears her agent/editor hat passionately and with a humanistic realness that even the most introverted writer will be propelled to strike up a conversation with her. As our interview was winding down, I felt there was still something missing that I wanted ... no needed to know about Jennifer. I asked her to think back to her teen-self, then I asked, if she could invite any YA character to a party, who would she invite? Without skipping a beat, she said she would have loved to invite Deenie from Deenie by Judy Blume, the anonymous protagonist from, Go Ask Alice by Anonymous, John and Loraine from, The Pigman, by Paul Zindel, and Willa from Early Disorder by Rebecca Josephs. Oh, Jennifer's poor mother should she have had to entertain these teens for real!
Then, I asked Jennifer the same question but as an adult, who would she invite to a dinner party? Her faves are Olivia and Henry from The Cure for Dreaming by Cat Winters, Hope and Dess from Peas and Carrots by Anita S. Davis, Junior from The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie, Alana from Night Speed, by Chris Howard, Jack from The Marbury Lens by Andrew Smith, and Cadence from We Were Liars by E. Lockhart. Whew! This would be quite the dinner party. I would most definitely want to be the fly on the wall!
Jennifer has been a voracious reader even from a young age. Ever since her teen years, Jennifer has been obsessed with the problem novel. She says her inner rebel surfaced in her reading by getting her hands on any book her mother "deemed inappropriate and off-limits" such as Forever by Judy Blume and Flowers In the Attic by V.C. Andrews. Jennifer read these titles when she was 11 or 12!
My one last burning question was, "What is on your nightstand begging to be read?" Unlike her sister who loves the slasher thriller, Jennifer loves the "... is the premise real or all in your head?" psychological thriller. One of Jennifer's all time favorites is Carrie. It is the "... perfect scary coming of age teen girl ..." thriller. Another favorite is, The Cure for Dreaming, by Cat Winters. It's a fun read and keeps you guessing, " ... is it in your head? Or, wait, no, it's real! No, it's just all in my head." Sounds like the perfect read with a flashlight under the bed covers when the rest of the house has gone to sleep. Another favorite author is Andrew Smith, in particular, Marbury Lens. Lest you think Jennifer is all about the dark psychological thriller, Jennifer does love a good literary read. At the time of my interview Jennifer was reading, Girl In the Blue Coat by Monica Hesse.
This concludes my interview with Jennifer. I hope you now have a few "ice-breakers" for when you introduce yourself to Jennifer because you will introduce yourself at the SCBWI meeting on October 12th. Jennifer has specifically expressed her interest in meeting people - the authors and the illustrators alike. This is not the time to be shy. Tell Jennifer I said so.
Cheers,
Kathleen A. Hunter
By: Kathleen,
on 10/7/2016
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2016 WASHINGTON STATE BOOK AWARDS
This Saturday, October 8, 2016, 7 – 9pm!
Seattle Central Library
The Washington State Book Awards recognize outstanding poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and children's and teen literature published in 2015 and penned by a Washington writer. The four adult literature categories are: poetry, fiction, biography/memoir, and history/general nonfiction for adults. The Scandiuzzi Children’s Book Award honors a children’s picture book and one book each for early readers (ages 6 to 8), middle readers (ages 9-12), and young adults (ages 13 to 18).
We’ll begin the evening in the Microsoft Auditorium for the awards ceremony where we’ll announce the winners and hear brief readings from the winning titles. A reception, book sales and signing will follow in the Central Library Living Room on Level 3. Both the awards ceremony and the reception are free and open to all.
A panel of independent booksellers and librarians will select the finalists and winners. Finalists will be announced in mid-September.
The Washington Center for the Book administers the annual Washington State Book Awards (formerly the Governor's Writers Awards), given for outstanding books published by Washington authors and to bring attention to the quality of writing being produced in Washington. Books are judged on literary merit, lasting importance and overall quality of the publication.
For more information on the awards, criteria and previous winners, please see the Washington State Book Award page.
Library events and programs are free and open to the public. Tickets and reservations are not required.
Note: The Library will close at its regular Saturday time of 6 p.m. and will reopen at the Fourth Avenue entrance at 6:30 p.m. for this event. Parking in the Central Library garage will be available for the $7 weekend rate.
The authors of the award-winning books and the illustrator of the picture book will receive a $500 honorarium, thanks to generous support of The Seattle Public Library Foundation, Eulalie and Carlo Scandiuzzi, The Elliott Bay Book Co., Third Place Books, and University Book Store.
This event is presented in partnership with the Elliott Bay Book Co. Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Happy Reading!
By: Kathleen,
on 10/6/2016
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Aaaack! the dreaded red pen. Don't let her smile fool you. Just kiddin'. Jennifer is all smiles - how do I know? Because we Skyped. And, Jennifer is as Jen-uine as they come.
What is Jennifer's Process?
We all like to know what's going to give us an edge with an agent who receives hundreds of submissions. Well, Jennifer has a process to the madness of reading through manuscripts. As we all know, these days, everything is submitted through e-mail. She receives manuscripts via submission and queries. She reads every single day - whether on her computer at her desk, or on her portable device of choice. With this kind of schedule, words can become blurs on the page like those of a Rorschach test. When this happens, Jennifer will give that manuscript a "maybe" and then she'll read it again, which is not unusual for her to read something several times. If she's still not sure, she'll ask for a partial, then a full. If the manuscript is really good, then she's in for the duration. If it's still on the fence, she will consider why and she won't pass on something unless she's sure.
Once she requests a full manuscript, then she'll download it on her iPad and read it like a novel. This is when she'll put on her super editorial hat and go to town, the old fashioned way, via pen and paper. Then she'll type a letter with page number references and send to the author.
If she receives a submission that is not quite ready for representation, she'll provide critical feedback, suggestions for what is needed along with an invitation to resubmit in six months. Whoa! Did I really write that? You can resubmit to Jennifer? Yes sir-ee! Awesome! Also, if Jennifer meets you at a conference or a meeting and you submit to her, she will personalize her letter to you. Hey, better attend the SCBWI meeting on Wednesday October 12th and meet Jennifer. Just sayin' ...
Okay, so you've submitted and now you are crossing of the days on your calendar. Waiting. Waiting. Waiting. Still, no ping from your email. No ring from your brand new iPhone you bought just because you didn't want to risk missing Jennifer's call on your not so brand new other phone. Here's the scoop. If you've marked off enough days to equal six weeks, consider it a pass. Now, start crossing of days for six months and resubmit a better, more polished manuscript to either Jennifer or even a different agent at Andrea Brown Literary. However, all this being said, Jennifer suggests you not query your first draft. And maybe not even your third draft. Be readier than ready. More polished than polished.
Manuscript Consults - Here's the skinny for those attending on
Thursday the 13th:
* Use Jennifer to your advantage. Yes, she actually said this.
* It's okay to 'riff' on story with Jennifer, or
* Ask how to best position your story, or
* Whatever you want to talk about - well, within reason.
Oh, and ladies, it's okay to talk to her in the bathroom. See, is Jennifer 'real' or what! Guys, I got nothin', sorry.
Stay tuned for the third and final installment of my interview with Jennifer. I'll share what's on her reading list and who's coming for dinner!
Cheers!
By: Kathleen,
on 10/5/2016
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Sugar Says ...
Here's what you'll get but only if you sign-up:
Jennifer March Soloway Master Class
Preparing for Submission: Pitches and Opening Pages
Streamlining and polishing your novel or picture book manuscript.
When: October 13, 2016
3 to 5 p.m.,
Where: Seattle Pacific University,
Bertona Hall, Room 6 (#65 on the map)
Topics covered:
· Grabbing an agent’s attention
· Queries
· Writing a great pitch
· Rejections and offers
Exercises:
· Reviewing a sample first page
· Hooking the reader by amping the tension
· Getting the drama moving
Picture books:
· Strong opening lines
· Clever language and surprising twists
Crafting a pitch to:
· Hook the reader
· Tantalize without giving away the plot
Finally:
· Tips for revision and tightening prose
Now that you're hooked, here are your next steps if you've already registered for your Passport:
Open your Passport confirmation email, click on the link provided, paste your confirmation number into the SCBWI Western Washington cvent web page and hit “OK." Click the “Modify” button, scroll to the bottom and click “next” where you will find the Additional Opportunities, including the “October 2016 Master Class with Jennifer March Soloway.”
Here are your next steps if you have NOT registered for your Passport and you want to take Jennifer's Master Class:
You need to have a Passport in order to register for Jennifer's Master Class. Remember, our first meeting is Wednesday October 12 from 7-9pm. Don't delay, go to the SCBWI-WWA website using this link to register for your Passport and Jennifer's Master Class:
Looking forward to seeing you on Wednesday for the beginning of a season filled with awesome writing and illustrating and networking, and fun!
By: Kathleen,
on 10/5/2016
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Lois V. Harris offers Writing for Children: Which Type of Biography is Best for Your Subject?
Where: Skagit Valley College, Mount Vernon campus
When: October 13 and October 20, 2016, 6:30 to 8 PM.
The class will look at five biography categories found in books and magazines for younger readers, middle-graders, and young adult, and you will learn the best approach for your subject. Register for 6093 CENGL 020, $49, online or by calling the college at 360-416-7638.
Kendra Levin, Senior Editor, Viking Children’s Books, is coming to Seattle to do a couple of events for her book, THE HERO IS YOU. It’s a self-help book for writers, drawing on her experiences as an editor and life coach, that aims to help with process.
When: November 12 from 1-4pm
The second is a shorter (free) workshop and signing
When: November 13 from 12-2pm.
Check out her full schedule of events at her website: http://kendracoaching.com/
Happy writing!
By: Kathleen,
on 10/3/2016
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JEN SOLO
Also known to us mortals with feet planted firmly on Earth as Jennifer March Soloway, Associate Agent with the Andrea Brown Literary Agency.
I had the pleasure of Skyping with Jennifer and it was like chatting with a friend I've known for many years. Conversation was easy, informative, encouraging, and, well, fun!
You might think I wanted to jump right in and pick her brain about submissions, what kind of projects is she looking for to add to her list of clients, and all the usual "oh my gosh I'm talking to an agent" type of questions. But no. For those who know me, I had to ask Jennifer about Sugar. Yes, I love to bake, but this is a different kind of sugar.
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Meet Sugar, an English Bulldog. A pup of this stature named Sugar begs the question, "Was she named after the character in Some Like It Hot? But, alas, no. Sugar is a compromise name between her two sons. One wanted to name her Cupcake. The other wanted Toothpaste. So, it only makes sense that Sugar would follow. Is there a cupcake-flavored toothpaste? If not, maybe there should be.
Before I jump head first into the inner workings of Jennifer's agent psyche, I want to share some of her fun facts:
Jennifer is an avid runner. And when I say avid, I don't mean the weekend warrior out to run a 5K. That's chump change for Jennifer who has run the Boston marathon and has qualified to run again in 2017. She runs five days a week to "clear her head." Eeck gatts! My head is getting foggy just thinking about traveling these distances -- on my feet and with some semblance of speed. Hats off to Jen Solo!
But with a running schedule like this she can enjoy her favorite foods, guilt-free. Some of her favorite things are steak, sushi, Greek, Italian, and Thai. I'm getting jet lag just writing this list. Jen also has a "horrible sweet tooth" and she loves ice cream. Wait, no, that's not right. She lu-HUVs ice cream - her all time "great weakness." As if that wasn't a vice enough, she also admits to drinking too much coffee. In particular, a blonde bitter latte. Psst, I'll clue you in on what that is ... a regular latte, no sugar, low fat. And don't even think about treating her to Starbucks. Jennifer is a Peet's kinda gal. As in she loves Peet's almost as much as she loves ice cream. Oh, and beer or wine? Neither. Jennifer prefers good ol' fashioned H2O.
When Jennifer is not running she likes to ride her bike all around the city of San Francisco. There was a time when she taught spinning classes. She loves to engage in races for the camaraderie with a group of like-minded individuals. And when she wants to opt for more wheels, she drives a Mini Cooper.
A super fun-fact is that Jennifer is a retired amateur boxer with a 1-1 record. She even fought a lady who eventually went pro. After boxing for a year, she taught boxing as an aerobics class.
Jennifer had the opportunity to live in Denmark for three months and consequently, loves all things Danish - including Danish and Scandinavian literature and commercial fiction and television. She suggests checking-out the Danish show, The Bridge, on Amazon Prime.
One of Jennifer's previous jobs was working for a toy company. She worked with toy inventors, touring the country listening to their pitches and attending toy inventor workshops. Once she found a toy she liked, she would then pitch the toy to her company, and if they liked the toy, then Jen would negotiate the contract. Eventually, she left the toy industry and went back to school to get her MFA in creative writing. But it's agenting that is her passion.
Stay tuned for more from my interview with Jen Solo. I'll share her thoughts on what she's looking for, what she likes, what her pet peeve is, and who she's inviting for dinner!
Cheers --
By: Kathleen,
on 10/3/2016
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Northern Network of WWA SCBWI
The time is fleeting
Until our October meeting.
Until our October meeting.
So come learn with me
All about poetry!
All about poetry!
Okay, you’re right. That was TERRIBLE poetry. (No wonder publishers hate books written in rhyme.)
But do they really? Because there really are a lot of rhyming picture books, aren’t there?
But do they really? Because there really are a lot of rhyming picture books, aren’t there?
To rhyme, or not to rhyme. THAT is the question. We will examine what constitutes a successful (and UNsuccessful) rhyme. And if you have no desire to wax poetic, how can studying poetry strengthen your prose?
Date: Wednesday, October 5, 2016
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: The Bellingham Barnes & Noble (4099 Meridian Street)
Questions? Call Rebecca Van Slyke at (360) 354-5797, or email her at [email protected]. [That’s rebecca(underscore)vanslyke(at)hotmail(dot)com.]
By: Kathleen,
on 10/2/2016
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Jen Solo!
Also known to us mortals with feet planted firmly on Earth as Jennifer March Soloway, Associate Agent with the Andrea Brown Literary Agency.
I had the pleasure of Skyping with Jennifer and it was like chatting with a friend I've known for many years. Conversation was easy, informative, encouraging, and, well, fun!
You might think I wanted to jump right in and pick her brain about submissions, what kind of projects is she looking for to add to her list of clients, and all the usual "oh my gosh I'm talking to an agent" type of questions. But no. For those who know me, I had to ask Jennifer about Sugar. Yes, I love to bake, but this is a different kind of sugar.
Sugar
Meet Sugar, an English Bulldog. A pup of this stature named Sugar begs the question, "Was she named after the character in Some Like It Hot? But, alas, no. Sugar is a compromise name between her two sons. One wanted to name her Cupcake. The other wanted Toothpaste. So, it only makes sense that Sugar would follow. Is there a cupcake-flavored toothpaste? If not, maybe there should be.
Before I jump head first into the inner workings of Jennifer's agent psyche, I want to share some of her fun facts:
Jennifer is an avid runner. And when I say avid, I don't mean the weekend warrior out to run a 5K. That's chump change for Jennifer who has run the Boston marathon and has qualified to run again in 2017. She runs five days a week to "clear her head." Eeck gatts! My head is getting foggy just thinking about traveling these distances -- on my feet and with some semblance of speed. Hats off to Jen Solo!
But with a running schedule like this she can enjoy her favorite foods, guilt-free. Some of her favorite things are steak, sushi, Greek, Italian, and Thai. I'm getting jet lag just writing this list. Jen also has a "horrible sweet tooth" and she loves ice cream. Wait, no, that's not right. She lu-HUVs ice cream - her all time "great weakness." As if that wasn't a vice enough, she also admits to drinking too much coffee. In particular, a blonde bitter latte. Psst, I'll clue you in on what that is ... a regular latte, no sugar, low fat. And don't even think about treating her to Starbucks. Jennifer is a Peet's kinda gal. As in she loves Peet's almost as much as she loves ice cream. Oh, and beer or wine? Neither. Jennifer prefers good ol' fashioned H2O.
When Jennifer is not running she likes to ride her bike all around the city of San Francisco. There was a time when she taught spinning classes. She loves to engagein races for the camaraderie with a group of like-minded individuals. And when she wants to opt for more wheels, she drives a Mini Cooper.
A super fun-fact is that Jennifer is a retired amateur boxer with a 1-1 record. She even fought a lady who eventually went pro. After boxing for a year, she taught boxing as an aerobics class.
Jennifer had the opportunity to live in Denmark for three months and consequently, loves all things Danish - including Danish and Scandinavian literature and commercial fiction and television. She suggests checking-out the Danish show, The Bridge, on Amazon Prime.
One of Jennifer's previous jobs was working for a toy company. She worked with toy inventors, touring the country listening to their pitches and attending toy inventor workshops. Once she found a toy she liked, she would then pitch the toy to her company, and if they liked the toy, then Jen would negotiate the contract. Eventually, she left the toy industry and went back to school to get her MFA in creative writing. But it's agenting that is her passion.
Stay tuned for more from my interview with Jen Solo. I'll share her thoughts on what she's looking for, what she likes, what her pet peeve is, and who she's inviting for dinner!
Cheers --
By: Kathleen,
on 9/29/2016
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BOOK LAUNCHES TO CELEBRATE
Come help me CELEBRATE the release of my debut novel for middle-grade readers, CHASING AT THE SURFACE, out on October 4, from WestWinds Press. After her mother unexpectedly leaves home, twelve-year old Marisa struggles with her feelings of loss and abandonment just as a pod of nineteen orca whales―mothers with their new calves following a run of chum salmon―become trapped in the enclosed inlet near her Northwest home. Marisa’s journey to help the whales find their way home brings her to a new understanding of the assaults humans have had on nature, and the complicated meaning of family and home.
Sharon Mentyka is a children’s writer, designer and educator, with an MFA in Writing from the Northwest Institute of Literary Arts (NILA) Whidbey Writers Workshop. Her stories and essays, for both children and adults, have appeared in numerous literary magazines including ColumbiaKids, Cricke
When: October 13, 4:00 pm
Where:Village Books, Bellingham, WA
When: October 20 and 21, 5:00 pm
Where: Griffin Bay Books, Friday Harbor, WA
When: October 25, 7:00 pm
Where: University Bookstore, Seattle, WA
Dan Richards teams up with celebrated artist, Jeff Newman, to share a funny and vibrant picture book about how powerful a child's imagination can be with a little encouragement. Evan asks a simple question, Can one balloon make an elephant fly? At first, his mother is too busy to answer. But when she takes the time to play the game with her son, magic happens.
When: Saturday, October 8, 6:30-9pm
Where: Third Place Books
17171 Bothell Way NE, #A101
Lake Forest Park WA 98155
Would love to see you there!
Dan Richards
From the brilliant mind of Mac Barnett and illustrated by rising star Elise Parlsey, comes this wildly clever cautionary tale of what the magic word really is.
Come join us for an evening with one of the most versatile, prolific, and awarded people currently working in kid lit today. See his book list below and marvel at the diversity and scope!
From the brilliant mind of Mac Barnett and illustrated by rising star Elise Parlsey, comes this wildly clever cautionary tale of what the magic word really is.
Come join us for an evening with one of the most versatile, prolific, and awarded people currently working in kid lit today. See his book list below and marvel at the diversity and scope!
When: Thursday, October 13, 7:00pm
Where: Secret Garden Books
2214 NW Market St
Seattle, WA 98107
Riots over the medical use of cadavers. Public access to institutions for the insane. And full-blown surgeries without the aid of anesthetics or painkillers. Welcome to the middle ages of American medicine. Bleed, Blister, Puke, and Purge exposes the extraordinary practices and major players of American medical history, from the colonial era to the late 1800s. It's hard to believe that today's cutting-edge medicine originated from such crude beginnings, but this book reminds us to be grateful for today's medical care, while also raising the question: what current medical techniques will be the horrors of tomorrow?
When: Tuesday October 25, 7:00 pm
Where: Third Place Books
17171 Bothell Way NE, #A101
Lake Forest Park WA 98155
By: Kathleen,
on 9/27/2016
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Did you miss the application deadline for Inside Story? Good news! The deadline has been extended to Saturday, October 1.
• You must be a CURRENT SCBWI member at the PAL (published and listed) level and your profile at SCBWI.org must be updated to reflect this. (If you're eligible to change your membership status, you can fill out the form online at http://www.scbwi.org/pal-publishers/)
• You must live in the official Western Washington region. If you’re a member and uncertain which region you’re in, please email us and we’ll check for you.
• Your publisher must be on SCBWI’s list of recognized (traditional) PAL publishers. You can find the accepted publisher list by going to your SCBWI member profile page, clicking “Add” in the “Books” section under “Publications.” Find “Publisher” (not “Other Publisher”) and type in your publisher’s name in the box that says, “Start typing…”
• Your book is brand new this fall and has never been published before.
• Your book is released between August 2016 and November 2016. Note: this is a change from previous Inside Story events. Going forward, you will participate in Inside Story when your book is actually available for sale. Our May 2017 Inside Story (which will be held at University Bookstore in U District on May 9, 2017) will be open to those whose books release between November 2016 and May 2017.
• Your book is readily available through normal trade channels (e.g., Baker & Taylor).
Exceptions to PAL published books include self-published books that are a continuation of a PAL published series and Spark Award books.
If you answered YES to all of the above, go to https://goo.gl/forms/
Inside Story is our region's biannual celebration of new books. We invite our membership, area booksellers, teachers and librarians to come and hear two or three minute presentations from eligible PAL (Published and Listed) members.
The event will be held at University Book Store in Bellevue (990 102nd Ave. NE) on Tuesday, November 15 from 7:00pm until 9:00pm. Even if you're not presenting, mark your calendars anyway. You won't want to miss the celebration.
Questions? Email Inside Story Coordinator Dori Butler at [email protected]
By: Kathleen,
on 9/26/2016
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The Inland NW region is hosting a webinar next Saturday designed for PAL members that would like to learn more about School Visits. Nonfiction author, Kelly Milner Halls, will share her trusty tips on October 1st at 9:00 am PST. The cost is $10 and the program will be recorded for those that would like to watch it later in the week.
Here is a link with more details and registration information: https://inlandnw.scbwi.org/events/school-visits-with-kelly-milner-hallspal-think-tank/
Thanks!
Rachel Hamby
Inland NW ARA
By: Kathleen,
on 9/26/2016
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Come and hear some of Washington's the best children's poets speak at the WWW Poetry Camp for teachers, librarians, parents, and writers! Just to
drop a few names, Julie Larios, Kenn Nesbitt, Eric Ode, and Jack Prelutsky will be present. And a few big names traveling in for the event are Kathi Appelt, Nikki Grimes, and Stephanie Hemphill, as well as some rising stars.
Workshops will focus on the craft of writing (poetic forms and techniques), poetry performance, and publication (children’s, YA, and adult poetry), as well as teaching poetry.
When: Saturday, October 1, 2016
9:30 am to 3:30pm
(check-out the full schedule for a guest appearance at 4:30!)
Please spread the word, especially with anyone who might need more clock hours. FIVE clock hours!
Happy Writing!
By: Kathleen,
on 9/26/2016
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Do you have a new book out this fall? If so, you may be eligible to present at Inside Story, our SCBWI region's biannual celebration of new books. We invite our membership, area booksellers, teachers and librarians to come and hear two or three minute presentations from eligible PAL (Published and Listed) members.
The event will be held at University Book Store in Bellevue on Tuesday, November 15 at 7:00pm.
If you're a PAL member, you should have received your invitation to apply. If you didn't receive it, check your spam folder. You'll also find the application form here.
Deadline to apply is September 26, 2016.
By: Kathleen,
on 9/19/2016
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Secret Garden Books is hosting bestselling, Caldecott Honor artist David Shannon!
His new picture book is Duck on a Tractor, and it tells the story of a determined duck who decides to jump on a tractor and drive it around the barnyard and through town, with hilarious consequences!
David Shannon is the internationally acclaimed creator of more than thirty picture books, including No, David!, a Caldecott Honor Book and his second New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year, and three more David picture books. Shannon's bestsellers include A Bad Case of Stripes, Duck on a Bike, and his recent Bugs in My Hair! He lives in California with his family.
Visit his website here.
Here are the details:
When:
Thursday, September 29, 2016
Time:
7:00pm
Where:
Secret Garden Books
2214 NW Market St
Seattle, WA 98107
Hope to see you there!
By: Kathleen,
on 9/16/2016
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on 9/15/2016
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By: Kathleen,
on 9/14/2016
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Join the illustrators of the Super Duper Summer Show this Saturday from 12:00 - 2:00 pm at the Washington State Convention Center for a family Draw-Along. You definitely don’t need to be a kid to come. Materials will be provided. This is a great opportunity to see the work of over 70 illustrators from our region. We will have a ton of fun together!
By: Laurie Thompson,
on 9/12/2016
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You may recall the post where we announced that YA Novelist E. Lockhart is coming to Hugo House on Sunday, September 18, at 7 p.m. at the Frye Art Museum. . . and that we have two tickets to give away! Well, we used a random number generator to pick two of our commenters on that post, and the winners are . . .
Margaret Nevinski and Angie Quantrell!
Congratulations to both!
The rest of you needn't worry, though. Even if you didn't win a free ticket, you can still go! Full details are below:
YOUNG-ADULT NOVELIST E. LOCKHART KICKS OFF NEW SEASON OF WORD WORKS SERIESSeries features notable writers talking about a topic of personal mastery meant to draw back the curtain on the process of writingSEATTLE—Young-adult novelist E. Lockhart begins a new year of craft talks for Hugo House's Word Works: Writers on Writing series on September 18 at 7 p.m. in The Frye Art Museum.Lockhart is known for penning young-adult novels that are feminist and socially conscious, including the New York Times-bestselling We Were Liars, and her novel, The Disreputable History of Frankie-Landau Banks, which won a Michael L. Printz Honor Award and was a National Book Award finalist.In her Word Works talk, In Praise of Style: Artifice, Punctuation, and Other Rogue Techniques of World-Building, Lockhart will dissect how certain writers, even in popular fiction, use playful and stylized language and formats to build compelling fictional worlds. Revered writers of children's, adult, and YA literature—including Neil Gaiman, Markus Zusak (The Book Thief), Walter Dean Meyers, and Lauren Myracle—will serve as a jumping-off point for the lecture, focusing on how these writers use experimental techniques without becoming gimmicky or inaccessible to readers. A Q&A with Lockhart will follow.In conjunction with the event, Lockhart will teach a class at Hugo House on Monday, September 19. The half-day intensive workshop, Finding Your Voice, will have students look at heritage, family, fandoms, regionalisms, inside jokes, and slang vocabularies as tools for getting their own unique mind onto the page.Lockhart (née Emily Jenkins) grew up in Cambridge, Massachusetts and Seattle, Washington, and is an alumna of Lakeside School in North Seattle. She studied illustrated books at Vassar College and earned a doctorate in English literature at Columbia University. She is the author of nine novels, including Dramarama, Fly on the Wall, and the popular Ruby Oliver series, which begins with the novel The Boyfriend List.More information on the event can be found on the event page, and information on the class can be found on Hugo House's website.About Hugo HouseHugo House is a place to read words, hear words, and make your own words better. Offering readings, classes, teen programs, consultations with professional writers, and more, Hugo House opens the literary world to everyone who loves books or has a drive to write.
More InfoTwitter: @HugoHouseOpen hours: Monday through Saturday, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
By: Kathleen,
on 9/12/2016
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Here's what you've all been waiting for. Registration is open now for the 2016-2017 SCBWI season here in Washington. There are special agent consults and master classes as well as the Great Critique that you will want to register for before registering is no longer an option. So, don't delay, get your "butt in chair" and register for this craft inspiring, social networking, profession-building year ahead. Don't let it slip by.
Click on the handy link for all the finer details.
http://www.cvent.com/d/gvqp49
See you in October for our first meeting!
Happy Writing and Illustrating
By: Kathleen,
on 9/9/2016
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This program is now accepting applications for the 2016-2017 session.
The UW Writing for Children program is meant for writers of all levels who are interested in writing for kids of all ages. The program has helped writers get started on their journeys, as well as launched them to the next level, and many graduates have found great success. The year-long (3- quarter) program provides in-depth lessons, many inspiring and knowledgeable guest speakers, plus dedicated time and focus on writing and reaching your goals.
Instructor Jolie Stekly is happy to answer any questions regarding the program. Feel free to reach out to her at [email protected] with questions or to schedule a phone call.
If you have further questions regarding application and registration please contact UW Professional & Continuing Education. https://www.pce.uw.edu/certificates/writing-for-children
From former students:
"The Writing for Children certificate at UW is one of the best monetary- and self-investments I have ever made. Not only did the class help me develop my writing skills to the point that I have since acquired an agent, I also connected with like-minded peers who were just as invested in, and excited about, writing for children as I am. As a result, I've gained a wonderful and long-standing critique group; as well as invaluable knowledge about the craft of writing, the process of writing (and finishing!) a book, and the business side of children's publishing. I could not recommend this class more highly. A+.” ~Sophie Peterson
The UW Certificate in Writing for Childrenprogram was a smart investment into my writing life. The program boosted my confidence by providing a strong foundation and focusing my writing goals. The instructor and my critique group from UW continue to be a support network.” ~Judy Bailey
Words cannot convey how strongly I recommend the UW Writing for Children Class. Taking this class helped me become a more skillful writer, engaged reader, and helpful friend. The instructor is kind, encouraging, and brilliant, and she has a passion for helping students develop their craft and personal styles. I have made several friends through the class that I keep in touch with them years later. We critique each other’s work and encourage each other to keep writing. The class is composed of friendly, creative people who share a love of literature for young people. This is a community you want to be a part of.” ~Aaron Walsh
Happy Writing!
By: Kathleen,
on 9/7/2016
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For $25, you can choose from one of our 7 beautiful pre-designed templates, which will be hosted here at scbwi.org for the general public to browse, purchase and enjoy!
Start creating your page on September 1st! We want you to take full advantage of the entire six-week promotion period, so have your page ready by our launch date, October 10th. You can still purchase a Book Blast any time between October 10th and November 18th.
The Book Blast promotion will last six weeks, from October 10th to November 18th, and is available for all books published in 2016
To see an example of all our 7 templates, CLICK HERE!
Ready to get started?
To purchase a Book Blast: members simply log in to www.scbwi.org and click "My Book Blast" on the left side of your profile.
INSTRUCTIONS for creating your Book Blast page
FAQ
Q: Is this anything like the Book Launch Party promotion from last year?
A: Yes! Book Blast is the same program as the Book Launch Parties, but polished and re-tooled. You can access Book Blast through your member profile, in the same spot where the BLPs used to be.
Q: Can I make a Book Blast for my app or ebook?
A: Sure! Apps and ebooks are welcome along with hard copy and paperback books.
Q: How long does the Book Blast period last?
A: Book Blast is a six-week promotion, launching on October 10th and ending on November 18th. Your page will be visible throughout that time and you can make edits at any time.
Q: When will my Book Blast page become accessible to the public?
A: All of the Book Blast pages will be launching together on October 10th; after that point, we encourage you to publicize your page as much as you can.
Q: How do I promote my own Book Blast page?
A: We recommend putting your Book Blast on all of your social media platforms, especially Facebook and Twitter. You’ll need to get the link to your personal page, which you can access by clicking ‘Preview Book Blast’ and using the URL from the top of the Book Blast page. Copy and paste that URL into all of your posts and tweets.
Q: How do I ‘submit’ my Book Blast when I’m finished editing?
A: After hitting ‘Save’ on your finalized page, you don’t have to do anything other than wait. Your Book Blast will automatically go live on the launch date, October 10th.
Q: How long do I have to edit my page?
Make sure your page looks perfect and check for typos before the launch date, October 10th. That being said, you can add or update information (like reviews or upcoming appearances) all throughout our Book Blast period.
You’ll be able to access your page through your member profile, as usual. You can edit your page at any time, up until the program ends on November 18th.
Q: When I post my page link to Facebook I only see the SCBWI Book Blast logo as the image and not my book. What’s going on?
A: When you paste the link to your Book Blast into a new Facebook post, Facebook will dynamically retrieve the "SCBWI Book Book Blast" image, and place it in your post. If you click that "Book Blast" image, it will take you to the *full* Book Blast listing—it won't yet go to your personal page. That's because you haven't saved the Facebook post yet. After you click the blue "Post" button to save the post on your timeline, clicking the image *will* take you to your personal Book Blast page.
Note that the blue "Post" button is now gone, and so is the URL that you pasted in. That URL is now the link when clicking the image.
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