Bedtime Stories Picture Book Winners Workshop
Discover what you need to know when writing in the traditional style of the bedtime story picture book. Plus, hear the winning entries from the ICL Bedtime Stories Picture Book Contest!
We'll cover these points you should know when writing your next sleepy story:
- Why a unique spin is crucial
- How to make your book an instant classic
- What kids value in a bedtime story
We'll also read and critique the winning manuscripts to give you a sneak peek into how to improve your own picture book manuscripts!
Join us August 5th at 8pmET/5pm PT!
Lori Mortensen
Author & ICL Instructor
Lori Mortensen is an award-winning children’s author of more than 100 books. and 500 stories and articles. Recent releases include NONSENSE! The Curious Story of Edward Gorey, If Wendell Had a Walrus, illustrated by New York Times bestselling author/illustrator Matt Phelan, Away with Words, the Daring Story of Isabella Bird, Mousequerade Ball, Chicken Lily, and Cowpoke Clyde Rides the Range, a sequel to Amazon bestseller Cowpoke Clyde and Dirty Dawg. Awards for Lori’s books include NSTA/CBC Outstanding Science Trade Book for K-12, Smithsonian’s Notable Book for Children, IWLA Book of the Year Award, and Rhyme Revolution’s Best in Rhyme. Lori has taught at The Institute of Children’s Literature for 15 years and has been a contest judge.
What you need to know for writing in today's market.
Our judge Lori Mortensen will critique the winning entries from our Bedtime Stories Picture Book Contest and share what steps you can take to write a picture book perfect for bedtime.
Plus, we'll award $1,300 in cash prizes to our Bedtime Stories Picture Book Winners!
Our live event takes place on August 5th at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Don't worry if you can't make it live. We'll have the replay available for a limited time after the session.