Laurie Wallmark's Blog, page 20

Picture Book Mistakes

 Here are ten mistakes to avoid when writing a picture book.

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/top-10-mistakes-to-avoid-when-writing-picture-books/

Likeable Characters

 How do you write a likeable character?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/03/how-to-write-a-likeable-character/

Blogging

 Blogging is still a great way to reach your readers.

https://annerallen.com/2025/03/blogging-ito-reach-readers/

Emotional Scenes

 Engage your readers with emotional scenes.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/03/write-emotional-scenes-that-better-engage-readers/

Backstory

 Here are four key tactics for introducing your character's backstory.

https://janefriedman.com/backstory-and-exposition-4-key-tactics/

Tracking Word Count

 Tracking your word count can help you write faster.

https://janefriedman.com/want-to-write-faster-how-tracking-your-word-count-can-boost-your-productivity/

Book Promotion

 Here are some things you many not know about book promotion when you're first starting out.

https://www.12x12challenge.com/ellen-ramsey-12-x-12-featured-author-march-2025/

Pacing

 What is the best way to pace your story's keep moments.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/03/best-ways-to-pace-your-storys-key-moments/

Critiques

 What are the elements of a good critique?

https://susanuhlig.com/2025/02/seven-elements-for-a-good-critique/

Social Media

 How are authors using social media?

https://insights.bookbub.com/social-media-authors-2025-data-850-authors/