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Friday, September 16, 2016 12:05:49 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled In the mean time-:
Laura said, "So, I am still waiting to hear about the illustrator. I promise I will make the announcement as soon as I know! So exciting.How to fill up my creative time in this pause?I know. I'll write! I don't know if it is because I have more..." more
Wednesday, September 14, 2016 11:46:00 AM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled It's OFFICIAL! EGG is hatching Spring 2017!:
Laura said, "The contract with Clear Fork Publishing is signed! Egg is on her way to WHOMPBOOM! with the best of them!From here on #WHOMPBOOM will take over my life. This very exciting and I can't wait to share little Egg with all of..." more
Sunday, August 28, 2016 1:10:54 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled Egg!!!:
Laura said, "Coming soon!The story of Egg, from idea to publication.When you’re destined for greatness but can’t swim, life in a duck family is a little complicated, especially if you’re a dragon who sneezes fire."
Wednesday, September 4, 2013 9:01:24 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled A new project- Lulu:
Laura said, "So, my husband and I have been knee deep in an adoption process for a few years now. Let's just say I was inspired the other day and had an idea to write a little book for a potential new daughter. I had bought a very soft plush frog a..." more
Wednesday, September 4, 2013 9:01:24 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled From really good days to, boy am I stuck and should I really be doing this days.:
Laura said, "Background. The little book Lulu that I have written and illustrated for my daughter has taken over my daily life. I am obsessed with it. Are the draws OK? How about this word, or that? Oh heck, lets take out that whole..." more
Wednesday, September 4, 2013 9:01:24 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled Lots of self doubt as a writer, but today I am going to plow through-:
Laura said, "It was good yesterday to purge some self-doubt, take a deep breath and realign myself. I am not quite where I need to be, yet, but I think I am on the right path. There is magic in writing. There has to be. A good piece needs..." more
Wednesday, September 4, 2013 9:01:24 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled The Dude Abides:
Laura said, "Yes, The Dude abides here in our house. After the loss of my 17 year old little fuzzy baby the house had an empty feeling. Sophia, our other fuzzy baby did her best to fill it, but I am used to having two fuzzy energies in the house, not..." more
Wednesday, September 4, 2013 9:01:23 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled Ah inspiration:
Laura said, "It's why we have fuzzies around. The Dude seems to be settling in, kind of. He is after all still Kittenish and has his spaz out moments. It's in those moments you see the disdain on Sophia's (the other, 13 year old fuzzy) face. ..." more
Wednesday, September 4, 2013 9:01:23 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled Notes from the Feb. SCBWI Western Washington meeting:
Laura said, "So let's begin with Royce Buckingham- http://www.demonkeeper.com/He talked a lot about writing "treatments" instead of "outlining".A treatment is more of a movie script concept, but seems to work well when starting a new project and isn't as set in..." more
Wednesday, September 4, 2013 9:01:23 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled Been busy with life and rejection letters:
Laura said, "But...Check this out if you want some good advice from people who really can tell a story.http://aerogrammestudio.com/2013/03/07/pixars-22-rules-of-storytelling/Cheers,Laura"
Wednesday, September 4, 2013 9:01:23 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled More good writing guidelines, this time from Mo Willems:
Laura said, "Check out what Mo Willems has to stay to the future writer's out in the world.http://mowillemsdoodles.blogspot.com/2013/02/how-to-write-in-4-easy-steps-4-kinda.htmlBest,Laura"
Wednesday, September 4, 2013 9:01:23 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled Blog updates:
Laura said, "I will try to update here tomorrow, including all sorts of interesting things from the Western Washington SCBWI Conference.Until then, enjoy Russ' new website. I know I did.Russ Cox's new Website!!Enjoy!-Laura"
Wednesday, September 4, 2013 9:01:23 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled I just happened to watch a piece on the Today Show this morning:
Laura said, "And it was totally the right piece to watch. I thought I would share this with you if you missed it.Yup, it's... Knuffle Buddy's author Mo Willems, who loves to help "kids" doodle. http://www.today.com/video/today/52118995#52118995I..." more
Wednesday, September 4, 2013 9:01:23 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled Another fun post I found elsewhere.:
Laura said, "I thought I would share.Enjoy!http://inkygirl.com/inkygirl-main/2013/6/8/monsters-picture-books-and-creative-process-author-tara-laza.html"
Monday, January 21, 2013 10:12:04 AM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled Interview with Marsha Diane Arnold Children's book writer Part One:
Laura said, "Clement Creations InterviewwithMarsha Diane ArnoldPart One- (LC) Was ‘Heart of a Tiger’ the first story you remember writing with the purpose of being published? (MDA) Many of my weekly columns were like little stories to me. I..." more
Monday, January 21, 2013 10:12:04 AM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled Interview with Marsha Diane Arnold Part Two-:
Laura said, "And the interview Continues- (LC) What can you tell me about your most recent project? (MDA) One of the three stories my agent is currently submitting is a chapter book. I’ll always write children’s picture book manuscripts, whether..." more
Monday, January 21, 2013 10:12:04 AM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled So what should children read and at what age?:
Laura said, "Here is a link to an interesting discussion from the New York Times 12.27.12enjoy-http://www.nytimes.com/roomfordebate/2012/12/26/what-books-are-just-right-for-the-young-reader"
Monday, January 21, 2013 10:12:04 AM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled The Great Critique 2013:
Laura said, "My local SCBWI group had their 'Great Critique" meeting last night and thanks to the computer not spiting me out this time around I was able to attend. And attend I did! I don't know if I have mentioned this before but I break out in..." more
Monday, January 21, 2013 10:12:04 AM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled In the Zone:
Laura said, "Finally an idea percolated enough that I was able to pound out a story yesterday. I love the characters and the idea is very fun and would be fabulous with illustrations. I wonder how fun it would be to have a critique group with illustrators,..." more
Monday, January 21, 2013 10:12:04 AM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled A moment of reflection in an upside down world:
Laura said, "I think for some people the world is as it should be; all of the trains go directly to the place you desire, it never rains when you have forgotten your umbrella and so on and so forth. I have never understood these people, my world..." more
Friday, November 30, 2012 8:10:55 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled Another grand interview- The Wacky Brit, Hazel Mitchell a fabulous illustrator:
Laura said, " She calls herself The Wacky Brit and it really doesn’t matter if you meet her in person or correspond with her over email, she is a hoot, not to mention one fabulous illustrator. I first met Hazel at the New York ..." more
Friday, November 30, 2012 8:10:55 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled Waiting for the next interview:
Laura said, "While you wait for my next interview to post, check this link out. For picture book authors and illustrators--or anyone interested in picture books, great little pieces from The Horn Book: Eight picture book artists talk shop in these pieces about..." more
Friday, November 30, 2012 8:10:55 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled Lots of new news out and about these days:
Laura said, "I have to say, "Kidlit Cloud" on Facebook is a great source for information. Check out today's self-publishing article.http://www.mediabistro.com/galleycat/simon-schuster-opens-self-publishing-service_b61444Also, my next interview will likely..." more
Tuesday, October 9, 2012 5:05:55 PM
Laura Clement wrote a blog post titled Saltine's and ginger ale:
Laura said, "So much going on in the world of publishing and children's books. It is exciting to see people I know doing so well. Gives me hope and stirs the fire in me to keep going.I am still on the agent hunt. Been sending out..." more
Saturday, October 1, 2016 1:01:35 PM
Laura Clement made friends with Shelley Workinger