 Our last meeting was another great turnout as BNCWI welcomed prolific author, Lisa Ann Scott, to talk about writing chapter books for a series. Lisa shared an in depth look into her journey from TV news anchor to published children’s author. In addition to sharing her own path to publication, she shared inspirational advice and helpful tips for BNCWI members looking for ways to break into the children’s writers and illustrators market. To learn more about Lisa Ann Scott please visit: http://lisaannscott.com/ You can purchase her books HERE.  On June 2nd, BNCWI members gathered at Beaver Meadow in Java, NY for a writers (and illustrators) retreat.   And, the fun doesn't stop there... Be sure to walk, run, drive, or even ride a tarantula to our next meeting because you won't want to miss it!  Our next meeting is Monday and we’ll be doing a book talk and chatting about favorite lines.
To get ready, start thinking about some of your favorite recent books to recommend, but our main focus will be on favorite lines. As you read, make a note of lines that stand out to you and why. Or pop back into a book you’ve read and pick out some lines that are strong in some way. If you have the book, great, but you can also check it out from the library or read the first few pages on Amazon with “Look inside this book.” Or join us just to listen!
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 An excited group of authors and illustrators turned out in record numbers to welcome a very special FaceTime guest to our April meeting… BNCWI members were treated to a glimpse behind the publishing curtain as author and editor extraordinaire, Arthur Levine, shared stories and graciously answered questions from an enthusiastic crowd. The group received advice and encouragement as they learned about the collaborative process between authors, illustrators, and editors. Special thanks to Jason Hussong for hosting the night, and for making this amazing opportunity possible!  To learn more about Arthur Levine, please visit: https://www.arthuralevinebooks.com/
To purchase the books Arthur Levine has written, please click HERE. Arthur A. Levine Books is open to submissions directly from authors and illustrators. To learn more please visit: https://arthuralevinebooks.submittable.com/submit  The March meeting was an illustrator takeover as BNCWI artists, Jessie Miller, Patty Wurster, Julia Colangelo, and Kristin Dudish led a presentation on thinking visually. Finding inspiration, trusting the collaborative process, and showing (not telling) were a few of the topics covered during a meeting loaded with information for storytellers of all genres. Members eagerly asked questions and left with new ways to see their stories from an illustrator’s perspective.
To view our full meeting schedule, please click HERE.  Wow! BNCWI was buzzing at the end of last night's amazing Skype chat with literary agent,
Suzie Townsend. Suzie was generous with her time and advice as she gave insightful answers to an eager group. In addition to sharing practical tips and guidance, Suzie offered encouragement to authors and illustrators at every stage of their creative journey. BNCWI members floated out of the meeting on the waves of Suzie's kindness and generosity ready to take on the sometimes stormy seas of the publishing industry! To learn more about Suzie, please visit: http://www.newleafliterary.com/people/suzie-townsend/ or on Twitter: @sztownsend81 To view our full meeting schedule, please click HERE.  Last night's BNCWI meeting was pitch perfect, and members left singing the praises of MG author (and pitch whisperer), Janet Sumner Johnson! During her insightful presentation, the group learned all about what it takes to create a hook that will make agents and editors keep reading. Thanks to
the generous information she shared, everyone got to work crafting and polishing their own pitches. The evening ended on a high note as Janet helped the group understand how to weave the perfect pitch into a query letter that will stand out in the slush pile. Happy Querying! To learn more about Janet Sumner Johnson, please visit her at: http://janetsumnerjohnson.com And, be sure to check out her book, The Last Great Adventure of the PB&J Society. For the full BNCWI meeting schedule, please click HERE.  A packed room of eager BNCWI members listened as Jessica Strawser,
author and editor-at-large for Writer’s Digest, shared helpful industry knowledge during a Skype Q&A. In addition to the humorous stories she shared, the group benefitted from Jessica’s advice on a wide range of topics including: social media, community, trends, writing habits, opportunities, and keeping doors open. Jessica’s warm and inviting personality, combined with a chat that was filled useful information, left BNCWI members inspired to get home and get writing! To learn more about Jessica, please visit her at: https://jessicastrawser.com/ And, be sure to check out her novels, Almost Missed You and Not That I Could Tell. For the full BNCWI meeting schedule, please click HERE.  Happy Book Birthday to No Place Like Home by BNCWI's own Dee Romito!   Be sure to stop by Dee's Book Launch Party for
No Place Like Home & Best.Night.Ever. this Saturday (September 23rd) at 1pm at The Audubon Library!  Grab your friends and head over to Barnes & Noble this evening!
Alyssa Palombo will be signing copies of her latest book, The Most Beautiful Woman in Florence. For event details, please click here.  Ready, set... Go!
BNCWI members raced into a new season as Terri, armed with her trusty gavel, kept time during a series of writing (and illustrating) sprints. The results? Everyone left a winner! Are you ready to stretch your writing muscles? Join our writers and illustrators... Check out a meeting!  To kick off a new season of BNCWI, we will be having a special session
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