Writing Picture Books with Ruth Sanderson

Everyone can remember that special childhood picture book- a beloved story read over and over. This workshop by award-winning author/illustrator Ruth Sanderson outlines the fundamentals of writing picture books and learning to think visually as a picture book creator. Everyone will write a picture book manuscript, revise it, then create a 32-page book dummy with the text placed on the page, with the emphasis on pacing the story for appropriate page turns. Classes include lectures, critiques, writing and simple art exercises, handouts and information on agents and publishers. No art experience is necessary.