L.A. is the home of the SCBWI. So for 35 years they’ve been educating, promoting and encouraging the writing of children’s literature. I’ve been lucky enough to live here.
When I am asked by a newbie what can they do to be successful? I comment that more SCBWI events that you attend, the quicker you’ll be published. It is almost like being in the minor leagues.
My moment came at a Santa Barbara/Ventura Writer’s day in 2005 when an editor critique my manuscript and asked to acquire it. I live near Santa Barbara now, and our regional advisory, is author Alexis O'Neill. She is remarkable. Not only do I adore her picture books, Recess Queen in particular, I am grateful for her passion to encourage children’s writer’s through workshops, retreats and smoozes.
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