Children's Writer's World: Confessions of an Introverted Author

Writing is like riding a roller coaster.  As you know it’s a journey of highs (acceptances) and lows (rejections).   During the low times, ...

Do you like to write for kids?  Would you like to see your stories published in a children's magazine?   Here are some t ips to help yo...

Many publishers and literary agents agree that queries should be professional.   That means the letter needs to be straightforward without ...

I like to walk for about an hour around my neighborhood even when it's freezing.  Only snow and rain keep me inside. So bundled with la...

How do you choose a title for your story or article?  Do you have one in mind before you write the piece?  How do you know if it's a goo...

How do we feel when we hear the word no?   When a publisher or an agent says no (as in a rejection), it stings us temporarily.   We move on...

As you know, writing for children is not easy.   We freak out when nothing comes to mind when we want to begin a new story.  We lose fait...