“A book is only 32 pages so I really need to be concise with words. Each word holds weight. I would say–I would argue that creative writing is even harder because it’s not just about clarity, it really is about beauty, and the art, and the flow. That is creative writing.” – Roxanne Chester
A Few Highlights:
The inspiration behind the book.
The bag that holds everything.
How do writing and law intersect?
Favorite resources for people experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity.
Best questions from readers: what is your favorite frosting on a cupcake?
Creating a safe space to talk about difficult questions.
“I would want readers to build empathy and to be able to put themselves in another person’s shoes and to really see a different perspective.” – Roxanne Chester
Links🔗:
The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI)
The New York Writers Coalition’s Black Writers Program
The 12x12 Picture Book Challenge
Tools🧰:
National Coalition for the Homeless
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