GreatStorybook

Actionable Information and Creative Inspiration for Writers and Illustrators. From Baby Books to YA Novels.

Interview with Non-fiction Illustrator Konrad Algermissen

This entry is part 8 of 10 in the series GSB Interviews, Interesting People

Non-fiction illustrator Konrad Algermissen talks about his experience and observation of the book industry. Find out why he attends the Frankfurt Buchmesse every year – for ten years running!

WTHeck is this Narrative Technique called Chekhov’s Gun?

This entry is part 4 of 8 in the series Narrative

Find out how to use a great narrative technique called Chekhov’s Gun to help build your story plot points and give readers a deeper sense of who your characters really are. It’s about crafting details that matter.

My List of Top Storybooks to Read in 2016

This entry is part 1 of 14 in the series Community

What books have I asked the local library to order for my monthly reading and crafts event? Here’s my list of top storybook picks for 2016.

WTHeck is this Narrative Technique called Leitwortstil?

This entry is part 3 of 8 in the series Narrative

I love old words. Leitwortstil is a narrative technique you’ve probably never heard of – even if you’ve actually used it! Find out here what it is and why kids, parents and teachers really love it.

Find the RIGHT AGENT for YOU

There are 7 important things you need to know about agents in order to find the right one for you. Get here a list of the best agencies today and the best insider information that can help you win over your new agent.

How to Write Second Person Narrative

This entry is part 2 of 8 in the series Narrative

Find out how to write second person narrative and also – why you would ever want to use this, ever. Get the low-down on how Point of View drastically changes this particular narrative mode!

Illustrated Book Submissions: The 7 Don’ts

This entry is part 6 of 23 in the series Publishing Biz

A short list of 7 things you should never do if you want to submit an illustrated storybook to a publisher or book producer. Here’s the scoop.

Literary Agent and Literary Attorney

This entry is part 2 of 23 in the series Publishing Biz

What is the difference between a literary agent and literary attorney? How do you know who you need and when? Find out the similarities and differences between these two very different types of publishing professionals.

How to Write First Person Narrative

This entry is part 1 of 8 in the series Narrative

Your narrator is arguably the most important character you create, because they are how we get the story. Find out the fine details of crafting a first-person narrator and how to write a first person narrative that knocks the socks off your readers!

Self Publishing vs. Traditional

This entry is part 3 of 23 in the series Publishing Biz

What is the best option, self-publishing or traditional publishing? There is a third option: hybrid publishing. Here’s the What and Why you should seriously consider being a hybrid author.