Laurie Wallmark's Blog, page 27

Chapter vs. Middle Grade Books

 What's the difference between chapter and middle grade books?

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/chapter-books-vs-middle-grade-whats-the-difference/

Traditional vs. Self Publishing

What are the pros and cons of traditional vs. self publishing?

https://www.writersdigest.com/getting-published/17-pros-and-cons-of-traditional-publishing-vs-self-publishing 

The Power of Less

 Strengthen your picture book by using fewer words.

https://scbwi.blogspot.com/2025/01/the-power-of-less.html

Thematic Echoes

 Deepen your work by echoing your theme throughout your story.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/01/deepening-a-story-with-thematic-echoes/

Book Publishing Paths

 There are more ways than ever to publish your book.

https://janefriedman.com/key-book-publishing-path/

YA Graphic Novels

 Here are some rules for writing a young adult graphic novel.

https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/want-to-write-a-young-adult-graphic-novel-heres-how

Character Names

 Characters' names are an important way to let your readers know more about them.

Royalties

 It's important to understand the royalties section of your contract.

https://writerbeware.blog/2024/12/06/when-royalty-language-in-publishing-contracts-isnt-what-it-seems/

Series Characters

 It's important to make your characters consistent throughout a series.

https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/5-tips-for-writing-series-characters

Snowflake Method

 The Snowflake Method is a popular approach to writing a novel.

https://www.advancedfictionwriting.com/articles/snowflake-method/