April is Poetry Month
I’m no poet, but I will attempt to stretch myself and post one spankin’ fresh, original poem a day for the month of April. Anyone with me? Send them to…
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Brain Burps Blog
Thoughts on picture book writing, publishing advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and inspiration for writers and readers of all ages.
Language Pet Peeve!
I have to say this. I just have to. Even if it makes me sound like a big ‘ole language snob (which I definitely can be. What do you expect…
Frustration and My Favorite Part About Being An Author
Okay, maybe not my only favorite, but it’s up there. Meeting other authors – see, I can say other authors. I still can’t believe that is my job title. I…
My Friend Hope Vestergaard
My friend Hope brought up a lot of thoughts for me in her comment on my The Gospel According To Larry entry. I made a brief comment on disliking a…
The Art of the Matter: Promotion for Illustrators
Real World Portfolios There has been some concern that since electronic art is so prevalent, people who work in traditional media may not have the same promotional advantages as those…
Are You Promoting Your Work, Or Stepping On Toes?
I warned you this is called Brain Burps for a reason! As I await the exciting debut of my novel and am nearly apoplectic with anticipation, it’s hard to concentrate…
The Gospel According To Larry by Janet Tashjian
It’s always interesting to me when I like a book, but dislike the main character(s). The Gospel According To Larry is the perfect example of this. I had a hard…
How To Tell If Your Writing Stinks
First I must brag. I MUST I tell you, because some threatening bad guy is standing behind me forcing me to post this message I just received: Who Hoots?” was…
Older Kid Readers
You know, I’m used to my readers – dare I say, fans – being babies through little kids. So hearing from teens is a very new and wonderful thrill. I…
ADDY McMAHON GETS HER FIRST LIBRARIAN'S REVIEW!
I just got this email! How will I ever sleep again?! Dear Katie, URgr8 and Addy is 2!I just loved the book. Funny, fun, clever with depth and wisdom and…
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Welcome! I'm Katie Davis, a children's book author with a passion for helping writers bring their stories to life. Here you'll find tips, tricks, and tales from my twenty years in publishing.
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