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Posted today over on London Time: Lorna London interviews me about the process of illustrating a children’s book, advice for aspiring picture book writers, and I’M BORED. For more press, please see my Press, Interviews & Other Coolstuff page.
As some of you already know, I’ve been hugely grateful to the SCBWI for the career-changing opportunities that have come my way as a result of attending their events. I sent them a thank you letter back in May, and SCBWI President Stephen Mooser replied as follows: Hi Debbie—Wow and Congratulations—we keep a file . . .
And speaking of other cool snailmail I’ve received recently… The note from Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing reads: “Congratulations! Your book has been reprinted! Please find a sample copy enclosed. Best wishes, Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers.”
Nominations are open for 2012 Cybils, the seventh annual Children’s And YA Bloggers’ Literary Awards: Here’s info about how you can nominate.
LovedLOVED this book. I had expected an entertaining kid-focused superhero story, but it was so much more than that. Mike Jung has added a wonderful twist on the typical superhero theme. His writing is fresh and truly funny, with sweet/touching moments as well. An entertaining and thoroughly satisfying read. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Age . . .
For a list of all survey results as well as current surveys still in progress, see my Inkygirl Survey Archives. Thanks to all those who responded to my most recent survey, which asked: Q. When making a book purchase, do you prefer ebook or print format? Of 129 responses, 60% said they . . .
I currently have over 21,000 followers in Twitter, and I’ve noticed that whenever I ask a question of interest to writers, I get quite a few great answers. Unless everyone uses the same hashtag, however, only I see replies. To help others benefit and exchange helpful info, I’ve decided to start . . .
I’m posting some of my older comics here as I catalog and tag them in prep for a print book compilation. You can find my comics for writers on Inkygirl (http://inkygirl.com), Tumblr (http://inkygirl.tumblr.com) and Pinterest (http://pinterest.com/inkyelbows/comics-for-writers-inkygirl-com)