What is it that makes Yolanda take notice of a book? She shares 9 specific hooks, along with an example of each.
1. Unique, innovative premise.
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After the Kill by Darrin Lunde |
2. Compelling Characters
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The Day-GloBrothers by Chris Barton |
3. Riveting Pot
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Mosquito Bite by Alexandra Siy |
4. Strong Voice
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Pirate Bob by Kathryn Lasky |
5. Interesting Structure
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The Cazuela that the Farm Maiden Stirred by Samantha R. Vamos |
6. Exceptional Art or Visual Potential
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Last Laughs: Animal Epitaphs by J. Patrick Lewis and Jane Yolen |
7. Filling a Hole on the Charlesbridge List
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Alphabet Trucks by Samantha R. Vamos |
8. Skillful, Fluid Writing
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Pigmares by Doug Cushman |
9. Personal Interest of an Editor
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Grin and Bear It by Leo Landry |
Thank you, Yolanda, for critiquing my manuscript for the IL SCBWI Prairie Day last Saturday. Your detailed critique will help me improve Emil's story about visiting his grandparents in Sweden. I appreciate the time that you took to give me such a through critique.
ReplyDeleteDorothy Wiese