Vacation!, some writing and blogging tips, and a big thank you…
I’ve got a bunch of miscellaneous updates and things to share, so I’m joining Jennifer in 7 Quick Takes today… 1. I am soooo excited! Mike and I leave for…
Photos from the writing conference
The writing conference last weekend was great! We had an incredible lineup of speakers and about 165 writers and illustrators, all gathered together in one place. Here are some of…
A couple of exciting writing / book events!
It’s hard to believe that our annual Northern California SCBWI Spring Spirit conference is just a couple weeks away (April 2nd)! I’m really excited. (For those of you who might be new…
While I’m writing about potty-training and naps…
Things will be a little sparse around here for the next few days. I’m writing an article for a parenting magazine that’s due next week, and I’ve also got a…
A few pictures from the writing conference
I just got back from the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators conference in Los Angeles. It was an incredibly inspiring and fun week. As an Assistant Regional Advisor…
Two friends who impacted my life (and why you need these kind of people in yours)
Years ago, when I first started pursuing my dream to write children’s books, I pretty much did it in isolation. I thought I had to be published to call myself…
Here’s the article I wrote (and three ways to strengthen YOUR personal brand)
I’ve gotten several requests for the full text to the article I wrote about personal branding this month (the link posted in Facebook takes you to the entire magazine, not…
This is totally different from how I first thought I’d announce this!
When I first thought about sharing all that’s been going on lately, I envisioned a “polished” announcement letting you know about my new venture. But as things have taken shape, I…