Picture Books 101: Writing for Kids

Offered By: Craftsy

Course Description

Overview

Description Have you ever wanted to write a children’s picture book? Well, now you can! Celebrated children’s book author and illustrator Mike Curato teaches the ins and outs of writing your own picture books. From brainstorming ideas to generating a great plot and characters, you’ll learn to create a fascinating story that keeps children (and adults!) turning the page. Plus get insider tips for publishing your book.

Syllabus

Class Preview
Getting Started
Story & Plot
Beginnings & Endings
What's the Big Idea?
What a Character!
Telling a Story Through Pictures
Pacing & Editing
Creating a Book Dummy
Publishing 101

Taught by

Mike Curato

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