“Picture books are more difficult for me because it is telling a huge story in the least amount of words.” BookStoriesDifficultHugeAmountPicture Books Author:Renee Watson
“I have learned patience, for sure. Pre-publication is a long waiting game, especially for authors of picture books. We write the manuscript, sign the contract, and wait. It takes a while for the art director to find an illustrator and then the illustrator works on the sketches, and depending on those first round of sketches, it could be a few more months before you see a final illustration. I was surprised at how long it takes for all the pieces to come together.” WritingFirstsLongArtBookTogetherGamesWaitingPiecesMonthsDirectorsFinalsRoundsContractsI Have LearnedPublicationManuscriptsIllustrationPicture BooksIllustratorsArt Director Author:Renee Watson
“Post-publication I have been surprised at the limited resources publishers have to promote books. I certainly knew that being a new author, I would have to do a lot of self-promoting, but it really has surprised me just how much I have had to do myself to make sure the books get into the hands of young people.” PeopleHas BeensBookSelfHandsYoungResourcesPostsPublishersPromotingPublicationLimited Resources Author:Renee Watson
