There's a lot to be said for music if you write for young children. Rhythm, pacing, and a musical quality are important in picture books. . Read More
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The Value of Music in Writing for Children
August 12, 2009
I write poetry and stories for children. I do not write music. Our son, Dan, and our daughter, Sarah, write and perform their own songs. Our son Kevin writes music. Maybe someday I'll give it a try. Of course it would be songs for children. My husband played drums and had a band in high school. All of our children play instruments, and some were in choir and musicals. I've learned how to line dance and to think rhythm.
There's a lot to be said for music if you write for young children. Rhythm, pacing, and a musical quality are important in picture books. . Read More
There's a lot to be said for music if you write for young children. Rhythm, pacing, and a musical quality are important in picture books. . Read More
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A visit to the Library
August 5, 2009
Last month I did a presentation at the Lake County Public Library for children and adults about writing books, and how an idea grows to become a picture book. Read More
SCBWI Summer Schmooze!
July 28, 2009
The Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators (SCBWI) is an international organization, and the best organization, for anyone interested in writing or illustrating children's books. I am the Assistant Regional Advisor for the Indiana Chapter of SCBWI, and help plan and implement events in Indiana.
On Saturday, July 18th, Indiana SCBWI hosted our 1st Summer Schmooze at the Michigan City Public Library. Twenty-six children's writers & illustrators gathered together for an afternoon of schmoozing and snacks. Read More
On Saturday, July 18th, Indiana SCBWI hosted our 1st Summer Schmooze at the Michigan City Public Library. Twenty-six children's writers & illustrators gathered together for an afternoon of schmoozing and snacks. Read More
Welcome to my children's author blog!
July 22, 2009
Welcome!
My name is Peggy Archer and I am a children's author. My newest picture book, NAME THAT DOG!, will be out from Dial Books for Young Readers in April 2010! To see more about me and my books, please visit my website at www.peggyarcher.com.
My author website has been around for awhile, but until now I have resisted 'The Blog.' My plan is to add something of interest to children's writers and anyone interested in children's books weekly on Wednesdays. So please check back.
The ALA (American Library Association) convention was
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