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Interview with Linda Ashman + a Give-away!

10/1/2013

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Have I got a treat for you! The wonderful picture book author, Linda Ashman, has written her own e-book about writing picture books called The Nuts and Bolts Guide to Writing Picture Books and is giving away a free copy to one of my blog readers! 

I met Linda online just a couple of weeks ago through my blog. (Of course, I had heard about her in the kid-lit world, and so it was very cool to meet her because of Google Alerts!) Linda is the award winning author of 29 picture books, has taught writing classes, and has degrees in economics and urban planning. She graciously let me read her e-book, and I’m posting a review and an interview.

Tina’s Thoughts on The Nuts and Bolts Guide to Writing Picture Books

I’ve taken a few picture book classes and read some other picture book writing books. I’ve learned that a writer can never have too many. Each instructor is unique in voice, technic, and delivery of material. So even though you might’ve read about a concept one way, hearing it another might turn on the light bulb. At least, that’s how it is for me.

Linda’s writing is easy to follow and understand, detailed, and super creative! I love the creativity throughout the book because I’m a creative-oriented person. Linda takes you from the very beginning, talking about what makes a picture book and the types of picture books to selling your manuscript, dealing with contracts, and finding an agent. I don’t want to sound like the table of contents, and so I’m going to list things I thought made this book stand out.

This book has:

·         3 ways to make picture book dummies

·         links to Linda's own manuscripts to show how to do art notes and different dummies she’s made

·         CURRENT interviews with top editors, what they like and dislike

·         Cute way to categorize and write 3 types of endings

·         Great checklists and questions to apply to my manuscripts

·         Fun writing exercises for yourself or critique group

·         The Wizard of Oz Factors for plot—I love this!

·         Everything you need to know about poetry and rhyming

·         Poem/rhythm starters for those of us who have  problems

·         Good questions to ask an agent

·         What happens when you sell a manuscript

·         The Resources in the back of the book itself are worth buying. She lists up-to-date picture book titles categorized by voice, strong characters, twist endings, etc…

As you can see, I really enjoyed reading this e-book, and it only took me two days!  I just had to know Linda’s secrets. I know I’ll reread it for my WIPs. By the way, while reading this, I wrote a brand new nonfiction multicultural picture book. I think Linda’s writing inspired me. Keep reading for Linda’s interview + your chance to win this e-book!




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1. What led you to write your own picture book how-to book? 

It was my husband's idea, actually. After seeing the amount of preparation I did for various classes and workshops I taught -- all the planning, the stacks of picture books I'd bring home, the handouts and/or slides I'd create -- Jack would encourage me to compile all that information in a book. And like many authors and illustrators, I'd frequently get questions about the publishing process from friends and strangers, so I'd developed a good list of resources over the years.  I resisted Jack's suggestion at first -- as you know, my friend Ann Whitford Paul had already written an excellent guide (Writing Picture Books). But as I thought about it more, I realized that all writers approach their work differently. Just as there are many books about writing novels and screenplays, I figured there was room for another book about writing picture books.

2. How long did it take you to write this book? Why self-publish? 

It took me a long time -- more than a year -- to write the guide, mostly because I started it right before my family moved from Colorado to North Carolina. Bad timing! For many months, all my energies were channeled into packing up on one side and settling in on the other. But eventually things calmed down enough that I was able to focus on the handbook again.  

As for self-publishing, I initially envisioned the guide as a self-directed writing class rather than a traditional book, so I didn't think about submitting it to a publisher.  I also knew I wanted to include hyperlinks to various resources -- helpful websites, blogs, and other sorts of things -- so it needed to be available in an electronic format for those links to be usable. Personally, I prefer reading from paper copies as opposed to an electronic screen, so offering it as a PDF seemed like the best of both worlds: the links work for screen-reading, but you can also print out parts or all of it and put it in a 3-ring binder if you choose.

3. You list superb editor/agent interviews. Have you worked with each of these people?

Yes! Jennifer Mattson from Andrea Brown Literary is my wonderful agent. Lara Starr is the smart and savvy publicist at Chronicle in charge of publicity for Peace, Baby! and many other books. The others -- Kate O'Sullivan (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt), Nancy Paulsen (Nancy Paulsen Books/Penguin), Maria Modugno (Random House), Stephanie Lurie (Disney-Hyperion) and Meredith Mundy (Sterling) -- are all very talented editors I've been lucky enough to work with over the years.


4. What do you think is the #1 mistake pb writers make? 

I think many people start writing picture books without understanding their basic structure, so their stories often wind up being too long, too rambling, and/or too descriptive. It's important to keep in mind that a typical picture book is 32 pages, and several of these pages will be used for the copyright, dedication, etc. That leaves just 27 or 28 pages -- and, typically, less than 800 words -- to tell the story. As picture book writers, we need to grab our readers from the first page, wrap things up nicely on the last one, and keep the story lively and engaging along the way. We also need to be concise, think visually, and leave room for the illustrator to tell much of the story.

5. What advice would you give to those looking for an agent?

Do your research! Read agency websites, blogs, and interviews with agents. If possible, go to conferences where agents will be speaking, and ask any authors or editors you know for recommendations. Keep a target list of possibilities based on what you find out and who appeals to you. And, before submitting, be sure your manuscript and cover letter are engaging and impeccably written (no typos!) and that you follow submission instructions for that particular agency.  Finally, if you receive an offer of representation, don't be afraid to ask questions. If all goes well, this will be a long-term relationship, so you want to make sure you and the agent are compatible and that she's enthusiastic about you and your work.

6. Can I ask--what are you currently working on?

I just finished a picture book manuscript which is written in prose rather than rhyme -- rare for me -- and am revising a second one in verse. After that, I'll be thinking about what to start next while I'm hauling rocks and plants around the garden -- the next phase of our settling-in process here.

Thanks so much, Linda, for finding me, letting me read your book, and hosting this give-away!  You can find Linda at her web page: lindaashman.com and find out more info about her book here and bio here.


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93 Comments
Diane Kress Hower link
9/30/2013 09:43:38 pm

Thanks Tina and Linda! This looks like a wonderful book.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:16:56 pm

Thanks, Diane, it is!

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Kim P
9/30/2013 09:48:51 pm

Thank you Tina for a fabulous interview and to Linda for a writing book that you have jam-packed with information.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:17:30 pm

Thanks for stopping by, Kim!

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Rebecca Fyfe link
9/30/2013 10:17:04 pm

Wonderful interview! Is the e-book available in print? (Or will it be?)

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:18:11 pm

Becky, I think it's only an e-book right now. You can buy it as pdf and print it out.

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Rebecca Fyfe link
9/30/2013 10:19:07 pm

I forgot to mention why I'd like to win the book! I write books for children - mostly chapter books, middle grade and YA, as well as some novels for adults, but my picture books are the ones I need to work on a lot more. (I'm especially bad at writing queries for my picture books. And my rhyming stories need a ton of work.)

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Cathy Ballou Mealey link
9/30/2013 11:52:39 pm

I bought The Nuts and Bolts Guide to Writing Picture Books this summer, and I want to endorse everything that Tina has said about this terrific, helpful guide! I was especially thrilled that the guide included both classic and contemporary book references, and detailed interviews with agents and editors with whom we would all love to work!

Terrific interview Tina!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:19:03 pm

That's neat you've read it already, Cathy.

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Mirka Breen link
10/1/2013 12:08:49 am

Fantastic guest, Tina. A big *thank you* to Linda Ashamn for the very informative and spot-on interview.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:19:36 pm

Glad you enjoyed it, Mirka!

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Bree Ervin link
10/1/2013 01:34:48 am

I took a picture book writing class from Linda last year and learned so much. I would love to dive in deeper and get back on track as I have spent the last several months working on YA and also non-fiction, but I have a number of picture book stories I'm hoping to refocus on.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:20:15 pm

How neat to have been in Linda's class, Bree!

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Robin link
10/1/2013 02:41:40 am

Terrific interview, Tina and Linda! Will definitely pick up Linda's book.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:21:08 pm

Thanks for stopping by, Robin. I'm sure you'll enjoy the book!

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Sandy Perlic link
10/1/2013 02:42:34 am

I've been lucky enough to take a PB class with Linda before, and she's a great teacher. Her book sounds intriguing, and I can't wait to read it.

I think your comment about different things we read really connecting with us is so true, Tina! It all depends on where we are in our journey, what we're ready to learn at that time, and how it's presented, I think.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:22:06 pm

Good point, Sandy! "It all depends on where we are in our journey, what we're ready to learn at that time, and how it's presented." I like that!

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Ann Magee
10/1/2013 03:28:59 am

Thanks, Tina for sharing this interview. Linda's book sounds like it would be a great resource for me as I'm a newbie in this PB world!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:22:53 pm

Thanks for stopping by! I've noticed your name in Mira's class.

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Sheri McCrimmon
10/1/2013 03:32:32 am

Thanks Tina and Linda! Sounds like an awesome resource!

Tina - you and I have a mutual friend - Vivian K :)

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:23:29 pm

And Vivian is a wonderful friend to have in common!

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Linda Schueler link
10/1/2013 03:54:09 am

I agree. You can never have too many writing books. All the authors have different tips and techniques, and I always get new insights from every book. And I am also intrigued, Tina, that you have written a multicultural book. What is it about?

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:24:44 pm

I've been living in S.Korea the past 3 yrs, and so my multicultural book ideas are about different aspects of Korea. Thanks for asking.

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Priya
10/1/2013 04:11:14 am

Love the part about self publishing.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:25:42 pm

Thanks for stopping by, Priya! Yes, those were good reasons to self-publish!

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Susanna Leonard Hill link
10/1/2013 04:34:33 am

Great review and interview, Tina! I had the privilege of reading Linda's book this weekend - it took me one day! :) - and I thought it was absolutely terrific! I highly recommend it!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:26:31 pm

Well, you're a much faster reader than me! Cool, that you've also read it. And like I said, it'll complement your course!

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Virginia Rinkel
10/1/2013 05:01:44 am

I'm hoping to get a little book out on Chestnuts who go on a parade.
Great fun, and I can always use help and guidance.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:27:14 pm

Sounds like an interesting story, Virginia.

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Robyn Campbell link
10/1/2013 05:04:46 am

Thank you Tina for putting us on to this fantastic book. (I'm a NC writer.) What a super interview. WOWEE!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:28:04 pm

Since you're in NC, maybe you'll get to meet Linda! Thanks for stopping by!

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Noel Csermak
10/1/2013 05:06:16 am

I am always looking for new ways to learn. Thank you for sharing your expertise.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:28:38 pm

Thanks, Noel, for stopping by. I've noticed your name in class.

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Sylvia Liu link
10/1/2013 05:49:03 am

Great interview, Tina. Thanks Linda, for the words of advice. Would love to win a copy of the book - it sounds great!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:29:28 pm

Thanks for stopping by, Sylvia! It's a great book to read.

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Darshana link
10/1/2013 06:12:14 am

Great interview and review of Linda's book! Can't wait to check it out.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:30:05 pm

Glad you liked it, Darshana.

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Flower T.
10/1/2013 06:19:12 am

The ebook sounds awesome and I'd love to win a copy.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 09:30:42 pm

Thanks for stopping by, Flower T. It is awesome book.

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Dee link
10/1/2013 06:42:41 am

Great interview and the book sounds fantastic!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:01:09 pm

It is fantastic. Thanks for stopping, Dee.

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Victoria Warneck
10/1/2013 07:07:45 am

Thank you for a great interview, Tina. This book looks like a must-read!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:01:51 pm

It is a must-read. Thanks, Victoria, for stopping.

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Genevieve link
10/1/2013 07:18:17 am

Wonderful interview! I enter giveaways a lot, but this is one I REALLY want to win. Great review, Tina. Good, practical advice, Linda! Thanks!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:05:15 pm

I feel your enthusiasm, Genevieve!

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Stacy S. Jensen link
10/1/2013 07:53:02 am

Can't wait to see this book. I was so happy to meet Linda as she taught a Picture Book retreat in CO, so I know this book will be worth every penny. She's an excellent teacher. We have certainly enjoyed both Rain and Peace Baby at our house in recent weeks. We chose to get Peace Baby on the Kindle for an upcoming trip.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:06:10 pm

How neat you've met her and have her latest books, Stacy! I'm sure your kids like the books!

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julie rowan-zoch link
10/1/2013 09:01:00 am

Exciting! Can't wait to read this too. Like so many, I'm an Ashman fan too, and look forward to seeing her writing approach and advice. I totally gree, Tina, that more is better when it comes to learning craft! Plus it's just plain fun!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:06:48 pm

You're right, Julie. Learning about writing IS fun!

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Carrie Finison link
10/1/2013 12:29:01 pm

We've enjoyed quite a few of Linda Ashman's stories in our house, and I so appreciate how open she is with her manuscripts - making public some of her pre-published manuscripts on her website. It's been helpful for me to connect the dots and see how a manuscript (esp. one with few words) becomes a finished book. I'd love to read her guide!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:07:40 pm

It is neat to see the before and after manuscripts! Thanks, Carrie.

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Amy Cohas
10/1/2013 12:40:36 pm

Thank you so much for this Tina. I discovered Linda Ashman online several months ago, and love that she posts the submission copies of her manuscripts - so helpful and interesting.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:08:44 pm

That's good you've seen her manuscripts online, too. Thanks for stopping!

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Pam Brunskill
10/1/2013 01:21:16 pm

Sounds like a great book! Thanks, Tina and Linda!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:09:24 pm

Thanks for stopping by, Pam and renewing your subscription.

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Dawn Young link
10/1/2013 01:54:37 pm

I'm really looking forward to reading this book. One of my all time favorite picture books is Linda Ashman's Just Another Morning.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:09:57 pm

Very neat! I'll have to check that book.

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Ping Wan
10/1/2013 01:59:13 pm

Sounds like a good addition to my PB writing how-to books. I tends to make all the mistakes Linda mentioned in this interview. Thank you Linda and Tina!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:10:44 pm

Yes, it'll make a nice addition, Ping! Thanks for stopping by!

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Heather Gale
10/1/2013 09:16:37 pm

Thank you both, Linda for your willingness to share valuable information, and Tina for graciously hosting the interview and sharing it. I'm new to the PB world and so this book would be just perfect!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:11:19 pm

Yes, this would be an excellent book for you, Heather!

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Jarm Del Boccio link
10/1/2013 11:48:12 pm

I was just looking for another writing course to do on my own time to propel myself forward. This one seems to be a good option. Thanks for sharing, Tina. And I've enjoyed your interview, Linda!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:12:04 pm

Yes, this would be a good course to do on your own time, Jarm!

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Linda Ashman link
10/2/2013 12:39:07 am

Thanks so much for hosting the interview and giveaway, Tina! And thanks to all for the nice comments. It's wonderful to see some friends from my workshops here, too.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:12:46 pm

And I thank you for graciously doing this interview and give-away! Fun!

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Marcia Strykowski link
10/2/2013 12:46:05 am

Wonderful interview! Thanks for the opportunity to win Nuts & Bolts... :)

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:13:21 pm

Thanks for stopping by, Marcia!

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mona
10/2/2013 01:14:49 am

Great interview. Looks like a must read for pb writers. Thanks

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:13:59 pm

Yes, it IS a must read!

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Dana Carey link
10/2/2013 03:08:34 am

This book sounds great, Linda. And I love that it's a pdf (as opposed to other ebook formats)-- being able to print out portions is so convenient. Genuis!
Thanks for the generous giveaway. Great interview, Tina!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:15:09 pm

Thanks for stopping by, Dana. Ya, printing it will be wonderful.

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Catherine link
10/2/2013 03:19:14 am

Thank you Tina and Linda for a great giveaway. Tina, I totally agree with your comment about all instructors having a different style and voice. I would like to win the book as I would like to hear about picture book writing from another angle so that can improve my own writing.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:16:13 pm

Thanks, Catherine. Yes, it's helped me, and so I'm sure it'll help you!

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Marcia link
10/2/2013 05:49:23 am

I agree that rack book brings something different and valuable to the (writer's) table. I have Anne's book and a few others. I look forward to adding Linda's as well.
Thanks!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:17:08 pm

Yes, it neat to see different instructor's point of view and offerings.

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Kathy
10/2/2013 07:03:48 am

Sounds like another learning opportunity tool to add to my collection

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:17:34 pm

And a valuable one!

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:21:09 pm

A very valuable learning tool!

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Evelyn Christensen link
10/2/2013 09:28:21 am

Interesting and helpful interview and book review. Thank you both for sharing.

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:21:57 pm

Thanks, Ev, for stopping by. Glad you enjoyed it.

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EVelyn Christensen link
10/2/2013 09:31:37 am

Oops! I already posted before I read that I was supposed tell why I wanted to win Linda's book. It sounds like a great resource and I'm always trying to improve my writing.

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Tracy Campbell link
10/2/2013 12:53:06 pm

Hi Tina,
Your enthusiasm for Linda's book is enough for me to want a copy.
And Linda, I enjoyed reading your interview.
Tracy

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Tina Cho link
10/2/2013 10:22:33 pm

Super, Tracy. Thanks for stopping by.

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Romelle Broas link
10/3/2013 06:49:47 am

Great interview and book review, Tina! My first impression was, "oh not another how-to book." But Linda is so right when she wrote "all writers approach their work differently." Yes, I am sure I will find a nugget of information that will resonate with me. Definitely worth reading!

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Tina Cho link
10/5/2013 10:12:13 pm

I've learned things from each instructor, and so it's good to get different points of view!

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Teresa Robeson link
10/3/2013 07:44:54 am

I am so excited about Linda's book after reading your and Susanna Hill's testimonials! I would love to have a copy of it because well, 1) I collect books on the writing craft the way my furniture collects dust, and 2) like you said, every instructor is different, and it helps to learn all the different ways of seeing how to write better. :) Plus, I really want to know about the 3 ways of making a PB dummy!

Thanks, Tina and Linda!

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Tina Cho link
10/5/2013 10:11:01 pm

Great reasons to win, Teresa!

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Dawna Sirard
10/3/2013 04:44:09 pm

Just found your blog - great resource and interesting interview. I've been writing picture book stories since I was young but never thought about getting published. I was a camp counselor for several years and the stories were a great way to help the kids relax. Now I work as a graphic designer and I'd like to put a picture book together. Sounds like this book would be a great resource!

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Tina Cho link
10/5/2013 10:10:23 pm

Yes, Dawna, this would be a wonderful resource for you. And I like how you spell your name!

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Erin Wright link
10/5/2013 10:33:12 am

Enjoyed this interview with such helpful information. Love the comment about ideas coming while gardening! Thank you for sharing. This ebook sounds like a refreshing and useful source on creating picture books so I would love to win.

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Tina Cho link
10/5/2013 10:09:40 pm

Thanks for stopping, Erin. Studying writing is refreshing!

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Laura Sassi
10/5/2013 09:21:39 pm

What a fabulous interview. I'll have to look for Linda's book. It sounds like a must-read for anyone serious about writing picture books. Thanks, Tina, for hosting Linda and for asking her such great questions. Nice!

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Tina Cho link
10/5/2013 10:08:53 pm

Thanks for reading the interview, Laura!

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