“Talent is not enough.” Mollie Hunter
Welcome to this blog workshop. Over
the next several weeks we’ll be discussing what defines quality for this field
of writing, examining genres and techniques, developing critique and revision
skills, develop written practice of the elements of fiction with an emphasis on
craft, voice, and form, and take a practical look at the publishing market.
Whew!
We’ll take it all in small bites.
And add in lots of space for inter-active questions, discussion, and guest
bloggers. So, share your comments, and concerns, and questions, then if I’ve
missed any they can be covered in their specific posts.
What exactly would you like to
learn/accomplish in this field. Can you already recognize and define the
various genres of children’s literature: picture books, chapter books, reader’s
theatre, poetry, non-fiction, fiction, including
historical-fantasy-contemporary, and multicultural. Or does it all seem a
confusing melting pot?
Why?
Without
fail every book on writing for children from crib to college asks this question
first. Why exactly do you choose to write for this particular age? Mollie
Hunter says, “the freedom of the
children’s writer can be assessed for what it truly is—freedom with
responsibility.” Katherine Paterson says, “Connecting is a vital, not a minor function. Connecting is what you
and I are primarily concerned with. That’s what imagination is all about.”
What
are your individual goals? What is your heart calling to you to write? And why
might talent not be enough? Dig out a fresh journal or begin a new folder.
Start jotting down a conversation with yourself as we explore this vibrant
literature and begin to fine-tune your journey.
Share: Which of
the above quotes do you identity with? Which puzzles you?
Read deep, marcy
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