Laurie Wallmark's Blog, page 8

Write What You Know?

 Should you write what you know or experiment?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/06/should-you-write-what-you-know/

Generic Reactions

 Don't limit your characters to non-specific, generic reactions.

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2020/03/avoid-these-generic-reactions

Inventing Words

 There's nothing wrong with inventing words in your writing.

https://theeditorsblog.net/2012/07/02/thats-not-a-real-word/

Tightening Text

 What words can you cut to tighten up your book?

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2021/08/what-to-cut-when-your-book-is-too-long

Self Editing

 Here are the steps for self-editing your novel.

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2023/03/how-to-self-edit-your-novel

Narrative POV

 It's worthwhile experimenting with different points of view for your story.

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/experimenting-with-narrative-pov-in-picture-books/

Story Balance

 Here are three components that help to keep your story in balance.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/06/it-turns-out-walking-and-writing-have-things-in-common/

Voice / Style / Tone

 What's the difference between voice, style, and tone?

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/voice-style-tone-understanding-the-differences-their-importance/

Plotter vs. Pantser

Picture book writers can be both plotters and pantsers.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/plotter-v-pantser-how-picture-book-writers-can-use-both-at-the-same-time/ 

Pitch Sessions

 What can you expect from a pitch session?

https://scotteagan.blogspot.com/2025/06/what-to-expect-at-pitch-session.html