Suzanne Lieurance - Writing Coach and Freelance Writer

Rebecca Grose is My Guest Today on Book Bites for Kids

admin — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 11:47:00 +0000

Join me today at 2:00 CDT for Book Bites for Kids. My guest today is Rebecca Grose of SoCal Public Relations. She’ll talk about children’s book marketing and give us the latest on several new authors who have books being released soon.

Call in during the show to ask a question or to make a comment at 1-646-716-9239.

If you miss this live broadcast, listen to the replay at www.bookbitesforkids.com.

New Children’s Book Author and Illustrator Showcase

admin — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:48:55 +0000

As a children’s book author myself, I know how difficult it can be to get your work published and then get the word out about your books once they are published.

That’s why I’ve created the National Writing for Children Center. It’s a Showcase for children’s book authors and illustrators.

Find out more about the Showcase at the National Writing for Children Center here, and download an application if you’re interested in having your book promoted by us for an entire month at a price you can well afford!

Suffering from Writer’s Block?

admin — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 16:39:39 +0000

Every writer suffers from Writer’s Block from time to time.

Get the help you need to eliminate Writer’s Block and a host of other ailments that plague writers when you subscribe to The Morning Nudge!

Find out more here now!

Teleclasses for Children’s Writers

admin — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 14:37:58 +0000

Every week, the Children’s Writers’ Coaching Club sponsors a special teleclass that covers some aspect of writing and publishing for children.

And now, the teleclasses are also available to non-club members at a special price that includes a CD of the recorded teleclass.

For just $5.97, you get to attend the LIVE teleclass, where you can ask questions, make comments, and interact with the instructor and the other participants. PLUS, you get a CD via regular mail a few days after the recorded teleclass.

Find out more about our teleclasses here.

Tips for Grandparents Who Want to Write Children’s Books

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 02:25:57 +0000

If you’re a grandparent, chances are your darling grandchildren have inspired you to write many cute little stories related to some of the wonderful times you’ve had together. And, at some point, you’ll probably consider turning these stories into published books and you’ll hope to sell them to a children’s book publisher. That’s a wonderful idea! But there are a few common mistakes to avoid if you’re a grandparent who hasn’t taken classes for children’s writers, yet you hope to publish your stories for kids. You probably aren’t familiar with some of the “tricks of the trade” – the elements children’s publishers look for in the manuscripts they tend to purchase.

Here are some tips to help you have the best chance of finding a publisher for your stories:

1. Although your story may include you, the grandparent, be sure the story is told from your grandchild’s point of view.

2. Give your grandchild a problem right at the start of the story. But beware – do NOT have your grandchild simply ask you (or any other well-meaning person in the story) what to do to solve this problem. Your grandchild needs to figure out what to do himself and then go try to do it.

3. Beware of featuring too many adults in your story. If you – the grandparent – play a major role in the story, don’t include many other adults in your tale, too. Avoid the tendency to also have mom or dad show up in the story to offer even more well-meaning advice to your grandchild.

Follow these 3 tips and the delightful story you write, based on your real live grandchildren, will have a much better chance of being accepted by a traditional children’s publisher and turned into a charming picture book you can proudly present to your grandchildren and also see in bookstores across the country.

This Week at the National Writing for Children Center!

admin — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 22:32:09 +0000

We have lots of great events and activities this week at the National Writing for Children Center. Visit the site and join the mailing list so you get our newsletter every Monday morning. The newsletter tells you what’s planned for the week ahead.

If you have news of interest to share with other children’s authors, illustrators, publishers, editors, etc. just le me know and we’ll include your information in our next newsletter!

Join the List of Members in the Children’s Writers’ Network

admin — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 20:43:06 +0000

Connect with other children’s writers online at the Children’s Writers’ Network on NING. This network is limited to just 150 children’s authors/illustrators. We currently have 138 members – so there’s room for YOU! But you’d better hurry.

Join the Network here now!

Animals Rock – by Brooke Keith

admin — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 15:21:00 +0000

Join me this week on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at 2:00 CDT for Book Bites for Kids. My guest this week is author Brooke Keith. She’ll talk about her new picture book Animals Rock!

About the Book: Animals Rock! is a rock-solid, rock-start deby by the author. This book will stir your children’s imaginations while enganging them with our natural world. By using shapes that children already know, the book features photographs along with rhyming text that will both education and enterain.

All of the rock formations are located in or near city, state or national parks, providing a fun lesson in U.S. geography.

The exact locations of the formations are listed to inspire kid-friendly road trip destinations the whole family will enjoy. “Are we there yet?” will take on a whole new meaning. Look closely and tell me, what do you see?

Under My Skin – By Judith Graves

admin — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 15:05:35 +0000

Join me for this week’s edition of Book Bites for Kids on Wednesday, July 14, 2010, at 2:00 CDT. My guest this week is Judith Graves. She’ll talk about her new novel Under My Skin.

Call in during the live show to ask a question or make a comment at 1-646-716-9239.

Listen and Learn!

admin — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 15:04:29 +0000

If you’d like to create your own writing career, get the help you need at www.getrealresources.com. You’ll find all sorts of different LIVE and recorded teleclasses, e-courses, and other great resources for writers there.

Find out more here now!