Writing for Children and Teens
AuthorsNow! Debut Authors on the InternetPB Critique from Editor Andrea Welch, Beach Lane Books, Simon & Schuster
The Prize: One critique of your fiction picture book manuscript (1000 words max).
The Darer: Andrea Welch is an editor at Simon & Schuster’s new Beach Lane Books imprint, where she has the pleasure of working with authors and illustrators including Cynthia Rylant, David McPhail, and Robert Neubecker. Recent books she has edited include Hello Baby! by Mem Fox, illustrated by Steve Jenkins; Button Up! by Alice Schertle, illustrated by Petra Mathers; and Dinothesaurus: Prehistoric Poems and Paintings by Douglas Florian. Andrea acquires projects ranging from very young picture books to middle-grade and teen novels—especially those that are filled with heart, humor, and irresistible characters. To learn more about Beach Lane Books, visit www.simonandschuster.com/beachlanebooks.
The Dare: Place a minimum bid of $35 by leaving a comment, then outbid the highest bidder until you win! Value: Priceless. *All winners must take the solemn critiquee oath.*
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