It’s so important for writers and illustrators to develop a thick hide in this business. If you don’t, chances are good that you won’t be able to handle the critiques (solicited or not) and bad reviews. Learn how to take negative feedback gracefully. And never EVER publicly respond to a . . .
Starting my week off with a BUGS AND BAKED GOODS speedydoodle. I find keeping a sketch journal fun, inspiring (getting some ideas for stories) and therapeutic (especially when crazystuff is going on in the news on or social media). See more of my art videos, found object doodles and sketch . . .
One of the biggest misconceptions about writing picture books, I’ve noticed, goes something like “While I’m working on my REAL book, I think I’ll write a picture book or two for some extra cash. They’re so short, after all.” Here’s my post about why short does NOT mean easy when it . . .