What a comprehensive, easy to understand guide to writing pictures books. I was astounded that Where the Wild Things Are is just 10 sentences and under 400 words. And yet it tells a story on so many levels. Also, to your point about emotion, Wild Things brilliantly captures Max's stubborness, his sense of adventure, fear of scary things and, ultimately, the comfort of home. I really hadn't thought about it from that perspective -- though I've read it many, many times and given it as a gift.
Excellent instruction, Alison. Can I share this with someone or is it locked for subscribers only?
What a comprehensive, easy to understand guide to writing pictures books. I was astounded that Where the Wild Things Are is just 10 sentences and under 400 words. And yet it tells a story on so many levels. Also, to your point about emotion, Wild Things brilliantly captures Max's stubborness, his sense of adventure, fear of scary things and, ultimately, the comfort of home. I really hadn't thought about it from that perspective -- though I've read it many, many times and given it as a gift.