Welcome to my blog (scroll down to see individual posts), which was originally on a separate site at Inkygirl.com. I also have a separate Inkygirl newsletter on Substack at debbieohi.substack.com.
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From Debbie: Thanks to Paper Lantern Lit for letting Inkygirl premiere their new series of GET LIT videos. In this video, YA author Lexa Hillyer talks about how to establish the right WANTS and NEEDS for your characters: Hello from Paper Lantern Lit, the “story architects!” We’re so excited to premiere our new video series, Get Lit, . . .
And speaking of inspiration, don’t forget to check out the previous post from Paper Lantern Lit and former HarperCollins/Razorbill editor Lexa Hillyer about how to establish the right wants and needs of your characters.
Have a great weekend, all! I’m off to OVFF. Here’s my explanation of this “filk” thing I mention sometimes, in case you’re curious.
A tip for aspiring children’s book writers and illustrators: Try not to let yourself get sucked into too much fussing over preparation and ritual. Make a routine and then stick to it. Now to follow my own advice…
Happy International Caps Lock Day, everyone! And don’t forget, only ten days until Picture Book Month. I’m especially excited beause this year I’m a Picture Book Month Champion!!
Thanks so much to CANSCAIP for inviting me to be a speaker at the Packaging Your Imagination conference at Humber College this past weekend. I had a fantastic time and once again appreciated what a wonderful kidlit/YA community we have here in Canada. I’ve posted some of my photos on Facebook and on Flickr. Kate Blair Thanks . . .
