Laurie Wallmark's Blog, page 12

Developmental Editors

 Who should be your developmental editor?

https://scotteagan.blogspot.com/2025/06/who-should-be-your-developmental-editor.html

Valid Criticisms

How can you tell if a criticism of your work is valid or not?

https://www.writersdigest.com/be-inspired/tell-criticism-valid-valid-criticism 

Connotation

Connotations add layers to your picture book.

https://janefriedman.com/make-every-word-count-the-power-of-connotation-in-picture-books/

Critiques

 How can you get the most out of your critiques.

https://kirstenwlarson.com/2025/05/28/five-tips-for-getting-the-most-out-of-your-critiques-inspired-by-my-convo-with-author-michelle-cusolito/

Pitches

 Your pitch and your story should match.

https://scotteagan.blogspot.com/2025/05/when-your-pitch-and-story-dont-match.html

Holiday Books

 Is it harder or easier to sell holiday books?

https://www.tumblr.com/literaticat/660530827229331456/what-is-your-personal-opinion-about-holiday-books

Secondary Characters

 Writing secondary characters can be a lot of fun, and it takes less work than writing your protagonist.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/05/secondary-characters-all-the-fun-a-lot-less-work/

Overexplaining in Dialogue

How do you recognize and correct overexplaining in dialogue?

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/overexplaining-in-dialogue/ 

Picture Book Pacing

 How do rhythm, breath, and page turns affect your picture book pacing?

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/what-i-wish-everyone-knew-about-picture-book-pacing

Book Promotion

 Here are some tips on what works and what doesn't in promoting your book.

https://scbwi.blogspot.com/2025/06/7-books-in-21-years-lees-tips-on-your.html