Maggie BrownJul 26, 20201 min readLoosen Up Your Picture Book Ideas (Warning: Things Might Get Weird)Many hilarious picture books feature unexpected combinations. So, instead of trying to craft a perfectly-thought-out story idea, use this...
Maggie BrownFeb 4, 20202 min readTurning Ideas into Stories Shouting to Be ReadIf you participated in Storystorm this January, chances are you have a bunch of ideas staring at you with big eyes, shouting, “Pick me!...
Maggie BrownDec 29, 20192 min readThe Art of the Page TurnOne of my favorite techniques to study in picture books is the art of the page turn. In a novel, it’s great to end a chapter with a...