Literary Agents and Artist Representatives can often open doors for Authors and Illustrators in the Children’s Book Industry… But is having an Agent essential for building your career? In today’s episode, publishing experts Giuseppe Castellano (Art Director: Penguin Random House), Julie Olson (Author/Illustrator: Discover America: From Sea to Shining Sea) and Russ Cox (Author/Illustrator: Far […]
Launching Your Kidlit Career (Part 2): Critique Groups :: Stories Unbound #13
Creative community is vital for kidlit illustrators and authors. In this episode, guest co-host Manelle Oliphant and I talk about: How to get the most helpful feedback from your Critique Group. Keeping criticism positive with the “Critique Sandwich” technique. Digital vs. physical meetups. How Critique Groups deepened our understanding of the children’s publishing industry. How your […]
Launching Your Kidlit Career (Part 1): Conferences :: Stories Unbound #12
If you’re a children’s book creator feeling daunted by the industry and disconnected from your community, conferences could be your solution! Join me (Shawna) and our guest co-host Manelle Oliphant for a conversation about: Why Conferences are crucial for newbies and offer new opportunities for seasoned pros. How Conferences can help you find your niche […]
How I Wrote And Sold My First Picture Book: A Conversation With Shawna JC Tenney :: Stories Unbound #11
In this special episode, our host Shawna JC Tenney takes the guest seat to teach us how she wrote, illustrated and sold her first picture book Brunhilda’s Backwards Day. Chris Oatley, our Executive Producer, interviews Shawna about: The amazing, emotional power of picture books. Why you might turn down paid work for time on your […]
Advice For Your First Feature Film Pitch :: ArtCast #94
When Disney announced that JJ Abrams would direct Star Wars Episode VII, Prescott Harvey responded with an animated open letter called 4 Rules To Make Star Wars Great Again. It resonated with millions of fans who were disappointed by George Lucas’ prequel trilogy and skeptical about Disney’s involvement. The film went viral and JJ got […]
