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Kidlit Distancing Social #11 – Patrice Williams Marks on How Sensitivity Readers Can Help Writers
Author, screenwriter and sensitivity reader Patrice Williams Marks shares how all writers can respectfully and constructively become part of a new global discussion on fairness, equality and justice for all.
What is a Sensitivity Reader and Why Would I Need One?
In today’s diverse publishing environment, getting everything right is vital. Here’s a modern solution – the Sensitivity Reader.
How One Man’s Simple Idea Changed the Way the World Reads
Is it possible for one “regular” person to truly change the world? To bring hope and connection to millions? When Todd Bol built a small, schoolhouse-shaped box for his mom – so she could share her favorite books with her neighbors — he wasn’t intending to create global change. But it happened. Today, 77,000+ […]
Traditional Writer Versus Indie Writer
Traditional writers and indie writers need to stop competing and instead support each other. In the end, everyone benefits.
Why I Write Teen Books with Diverse Characters
A young adult author and former teacher writes about the kids he knows best – kids of color, gay kids, marginalized kids, poor kids, kids with disabilities, gang members, and incarcerated kids – because he wants all youth to see themselves represented in a positive light within the pages of teen literature.
We Need More Diverse Books!
Self-published author Tracy Bryan makes the case for more diverse books for children.
Terrified by Marketing? Then Don’t. Do This Instead…
If the idea of marketing gives you the willies, let me offer a new option….
The Shortcut to Writing Stardom
Writers are being discovered by editors through their blogs and YouTube videos and offered contracts, even children’s book writers.
Kindle Picture eBooks Are For Real – and Here’s Proof
Kindle Picture eBooks are very hot. In this video, find out why you should be considering this opportunity *very* seriously.
Interactive eBooks for Kids Put the Readers in Control
Allowing your readers to tell you where the story needs to go can be a fun and freeing way to write ebooks for kids.
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