UPDATING! Gathering and updating these terms and examples. What's the difference between a Logline, Beat Sheet, Synopsis, Outline? What do they look like? A logline (premise, quick pitch, hook) is 1 to 2 lines that conveys the premise of your... Continue Reading →
It was my absolute pleasure to be invited to do an interview with New York Public Library's Portal Magazine with teen ambassador, 12th grader, Aminata Doumbia. The publication is set for this summer, but they provided me with a preview,... Continue Reading →
It's not too early to get published. Dan Gutman just posted this great list on Facebook. "Do your kids love to write? You may have the next Judy Blume or Gary Paulson in your house, or in your classroom. They... Continue Reading →
Chapter Books and Early Readers: Getting Started with Beginning Readers A Boyds Mills (previously Highlights Foundation) 2-night workshop. Register here: Chapter Books & Early Readers: Getting Started - Mini Course - Boyds Mills Explore ways to get started writing a... Continue Reading →
It takes less than a minute to vote for your favorites HERE, and your participation makes a HUGE impact. "Bitsy Bat, Team Star" is a book about teamwork, sportsmanship, friendship, conflict resolution, and inclusion of all kinds of differences creating... Continue Reading →
Imagine having your books and characters turned into a literacy festival for kids. In the honor of a lifetime, that just happened to me. Here are just a few photos from the event. Look at the amazing work of the... Continue Reading →
TIME TRAVELING CHICKENS! What does an inker and colorist do? If you like graphic novels and seeing the art process, this post is for you. More about the books here: https://kazwindness.blog/2026/02/23/time-traveling-chickens/ BOOK 1 (Aug 25, 2026): Publisher’s Page, B&N, Amazon, BookShop BOOK 2 (Nov... Continue Reading →
Scroll down to see the book trailer. Pre-order now! All my books are signed HERE at Boulder Bookstore. BOOK 1 (Aug 25, 2026): Publisher's Page, B&N, Amazon, BookShop BOOK 2 (Nov 24, 2026): Publisher's Page, B&N, Amazon, BookShop https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVHKkGFkZ2G/ Sketch... Continue Reading →
What winter activity would you medal in? Bitsy tries them all in BITSY BAT, SNOW STAR, available now for pre❄rder. Swipe for the cover reveal and news about my autism acceptance series. BITSYBAT.COM "Bitsy Bat experiences her first snow and... Continue Reading →
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