Laurie Wallmark

 How do you avoid purple prose–writing that draws attention to itself? https://www.thebookdesigner.com/2021/08/what-is-purple-prose-a-guide-for-writers/

 Here are some ways to tighten your manuscript by cutting unneccessary words, phrases, and even, scenes.…

 Here are 89 agents who rep children’s books and are open to submission at the time…

 We’ve all heard that we should show, don’t tell, but that advice can sometimes lead you…

 How do you maintain an author blog with regular posts? https://annerallen.com/2021/08/author-blog-is-easy/

 Why does it take so long for an agent or an editor to get back to…

 Avoid detailing emotions that everyone feels in your novel.   https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2021/07/avoid-naming-universal-emotions-in-a-novel

 Learn how to confidently write historical fiction. https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/6-tips-for-confidently-writing-historical-fiction

 Here are three vital elements to include in the opening scene of your book. https://writershelpingwriters.net/2021/02/opening-scenes-3-critical-elements/

 Ask your characters these questions to help bring your setting to life.  https://www.livewritethrive.com/2021/06/21/12-questions-to-ask-your-character-to-bring-setting-to-life/

 Here are some tips to cut words and phrases that make your writing drag. https://careerauthors.com/how-to-cut-twenty-thousand-words/

 How do you introduce unique story elements, like in a fantasy world, without confusing your readers.…

 Here are some hints for finding comp titles to use in your query.  https://www.goodstorycompany.com/blog/finding-comp-titles

 Many books use stereotypes for the older character: don’t let yours be one of these. https://nerdybookclub.wordpress.com/2021/04/17/ten-ways-to-add-diversity-in-aging-to-picture-book-collections-by-lindsey-mcdivitt/

 There are many universal themes that might run through a children’s book. https://www.almostanauthor.com/31-universal-themes-childrens-literature/

 Even if you don’t write fantasy or science fiction, you still have to build the world…

 Here are 19 tips for writing better dialogue. https://www.well-storied.com/blog/write-better-dialogue

 There are so many options in how to structure you picture book. https://kidlit.com/picture-book-structure/

 What does it mean when you get a form rejection? https://bookendsliterary.com/2021/03/23/the-frustration-of-a-form-rejection/

 Using deep third-person point of view brings your readers closer to your character. https://www.janefriedman.com/close-third-point-of-view/