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Thursday, October 8, 2009 4:46:21 PM
Deanna Caswell was just published! Deanna is the Author of First Ballet, which was just released by Hyperion Juvenile in Hardcover. Congratulations Deanna!
Tuesday, July 7, 2009 7:09:38 AM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled Writing Hooks:
Deanna said, "If you can’t boil your book down to two sentences then it isn’t ready. This is true. It also follows that if you can’t boil your book down to two sentences then you can’t write the hook at the top of your query/cover..." more
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 10:37:29 AM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled What Happens If They Like It?:
Deanna said, " You’re carefully manicured manuscript makes it’s debut on a desk, somewhere inside a publishing company. If the reader likes your manuscript–it goes to the editor. If the editor likes it, he/she may call you then, but more than..." more
Saturday, June 27, 2009 11:27:28 AM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled Writing in Rhyme:
Deanna said, "The general advice in the field is DON’T DO IT. However, many of us break into children’s writing doing exactly that. The more correct advice is LEARN TO DO IT WELL. Rule Number One: Have the Right Attitude When novice writers..." more
Saturday, June 27, 2009 11:27:28 AM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled Writing it YOUR Way:
Deanna said, " “That subject has been done a lot, but never in that way.” There were two words in that sentence, spoken by my super-experienced agent, that made me want to jump up and down and call all my friends. “…that..." more
Saturday, June 27, 2009 11:27:28 AM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled Generating Book Ideas:
Deanna said, "Published book ideas come from two places: 1. You. Not a surprise. 2. Your editor. This is why once you’re published, it’s easier to get published over and over. The editor that worked with you on the first book will often have other..." more
Saturday, June 27, 2009 11:27:28 AM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled From Idea to Submission–How I Write:
Deanna said, " Everyone has a ‘process’, but it starts with an idea. 1. Ideas for my books are always one to three words: A Ballet. A Train Ride. Day at the Beach. 2. Once I’ve settled on a subject, I decide if my main character a boy or girl..." more
Saturday, June 27, 2009 11:27:28 AM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled Good Critique:
Deanna said, "When you’re starting out, any non-relative critique is a good critique. Doesn’t matter if the person is a great writer or not. It’s important to experience your work through another’s eyes. Writing is about communication. ..." more
Saturday, June 27, 2009 11:27:28 AM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled Changing Genres:
Deanna said, "I am a poetry PB writer. But, my agent would like a mid-grade mystery from me. Unfortunately, I haven’t ever written anything in prose that he likes. Bummer. But, I’m in this great Butt-In-Chair Club that stays on me and keeps me..." more
Saturday, June 27, 2009 11:27:27 AM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled Choosing an Agent:
Deanna said, "Some people would advise you to find out ALL you can about an agent before you submit to them. Meh. But definitely do it before you sign. And truthfully, that’s not as easy as it sounds. Personalities are hard to read second hand. If..." more
Saturday, June 27, 2009 11:27:27 AM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled Manuscript format:
Deanna said, " Use regular paper in a regular 12pt font , like Times. Put your title about halfway down the first page, centered. Put your name below that. About 3/4 of the way down, start your text, double spaced, regular margins. On the top left or right of..." more
Saturday, June 27, 2009 11:27:27 AM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled Illustrators:
Deanna said, " You do not have to find your own illustrator. If this is news, you haven’t been doing this very long. HA! This is news to all of us in the beginning, but the truth is that the ‘house’ that publishes your text will choose the..." more
Saturday, June 27, 2009 11:27:27 AM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled Are Queries Our Top Priority?:
Deanna said, "When I first started, I poured SO MUCH time into the query. And I got really good at it. But here’s the main point…no matter how good your query, THE BOOK is what sells. So, if you’re going to pour your time and effort into..." more
Tuesday, June 2, 2009 2:17:44 PM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled The Long Version:
Deanna said, "All the writers I know say things like, “I always loved books,” or “I always wanted to write.” But, this girl… …wanted to have a farm and raise twelve kids, and be a scientist, and possibly a ballerina. Since..." more
Tuesday, June 2, 2009 2:17:44 PM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled I Could Write THAT:
Deanna said, " When people first start thinking towards writing a kids’ book, especially a picture book, this is one of the first things that goes through the mind. But, so you don’t make as big a fool of yourself as I did, or get as disappointed as I..." more
Tuesday, June 2, 2009 2:17:44 PM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled How Often Should I Write?:
Deanna said, " It depends on the personality. There are those that say if a writer doesn’t spend at least a few minutes EVERY DAY putting words on a page, they won’t ever make anything worthwhile. I haven’t found this to be true. I know several..." more
Tuesday, June 2, 2009 2:17:44 PM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled Finding the Muse:
Deanna said, " There is no muse. The End. Just kidding. But it’s true. What we writers experience as “The Muse” is a sense of accomplish-ing. Past tense accomplishments only feel good for about five minutes, or weeks, or months. But,..." more
Tuesday, June 2, 2009 2:17:44 PM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled Creating a Voice:
Deanna said, " This is a much talked about topic in writing circles: “We’re always looking for a unique voice.” “A bright new voice.” “This piece has such incredible voice.” “This manuscript has no..." more
Tuesday, June 2, 2009 2:17:44 PM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled Writing in Rhyme:
Deanna said, "The general advice in the field is DON’T DO IT. However, many of us break into children’s writing doing exactly that. The more correct advice is LEARN TO DO IT WELL. Rule Number One: Have the Right Attitude When novice writers..." more
Tuesday, June 2, 2009 2:17:44 PM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled Writing it YOUR Way:
Deanna said, " “That subject has been done a lot, but never in that way.” There were two words in that sentence, spoken by my super-experienced agent, that made me want to jump up and down and call all my friends. “…that..." more
Tuesday, June 2, 2009 2:17:44 PM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled Generating Book Ideas:
Deanna said, "Published book ideas come from two places: 1. You. Not a surprise. 2. Your editor. This is why once you’re published, it’s easier to get published over and over. The editor that worked with you on the first book will often have other..." more
Tuesday, June 2, 2009 2:17:44 PM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled From Idea to Submission–How I Write:
Deanna said, " Everyone has a ‘process’, but it starts with an idea. 1. Ideas for my books are always one to three words: A Ballet. A Train Ride. Day at the Beach. 2. Once I’ve settled on a subject, I decide if my main character a boy or girl..." more
Tuesday, June 2, 2009 2:17:44 PM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled Good Critique:
Deanna said, "When you’re starting out, any non-relative critique is a good critique. Doesn’t matter if the person is a great writer or not. It’s important to experience your work through another’s eyes. Writing is about communication. ..." more
Tuesday, May 26, 2009 6:29:48 AM
Deanna Caswell commented on Genetta Adair's Profile:
Deanna said, "I won't be in LA. BUMMER!"
Monday, October 19, 2009 11:26:29 AM
Deanna Caswell wrote a blog post titled The Long Version:
Deanna said, "All the writers I know say things like, “I always loved books,” or “I always wanted to write.” But, this girl… …wanted to have a farm and raise twelve kids, and be a scientist, and possibly a ballerina. Since..." more