Writers@Work: Writing and Illustrating Children’s Books
An Interview with Aaron Boyd By Rochelle Melander I’ve known Aaron for years. We live and work in the same neighborhood–and I’m always delighted to... Read More
Writers@Work: Learn The Secrets of an Author-Illustrator
November 29, 2022 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, As we near the end of National Novel Writing Month (I can’t believe... Read More
How I Sold My Book
November 2, 2021 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, I’ve been “out” on tour for the book. I’ll be sharing those... Read More
Writing an #OwnVoices Story
September 21, 2021 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, I have a favor to ask you. My new book Mightier... Read More
From Personal Story to Picture Book
August 31, 2021 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, Are you writing? With all the drama in the world—and in our... Read More
Writing Picture Book Biographies
August 3, 2021 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, It’s been a wild week! Mightier Than the Sword debuted as a... Read More
Becoming a Children’s Book Illustrator
July 27, 2021 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, What a week! Our very own Milwaukee Bucks claimed the NBA Championship. Our city has... Read More
Could Your Poem Become a Picture Book?
April 27, 2021 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, Have you checked out my new website and blog yet? If you... Read More
Tips for Self-Publishing a Picture Book
July 21, 2020 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, Today I’m delighted to offer you an interview with my critique colleague,... Read More
Writers@Work: Learning to Adapt by Stef Wade
July 31, 2018 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, Today’s tip offers writing inspiration from Stef Wade, author of the brand new... Read More