How to Write a Children's Picture Book Volume II: Word, Sentence, Scene, Story: Learning from Leo the Late Bloomer, Harry the Dirty Dog, Lilly's Purple ... Purple Crayon, and Other Favorite Stories (Paperback)

~ Eve Heidi Bine-Stock (Author)

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Product Description

Whereas Volume I of this series investigates the overall structure of children's picture storybooks at the macro level, this volume, Volume II, investigates the very building blocks of picture storybooks at the micro level: the word, the sentence, the scene and the story.

We look at the importance of word choice for giving the story meaning and cohesion.

We look at ways to change sentence structure to emphasize the information that is important, and to ensure that sentences flow easily from one to another.

We look at the scene: how to begin it, how to end it, and how to create the Beats of action-reaction that make up the scene.

And finally we look at the story: what types of problems must a character solve? When does a story introduce a problem? And once a problem is introduced, how do picture storybooks move from problem to solution? What types of solutions do characters find? Is there any part of a story that occurs after the solution is found? To answer these and other questions is to describe storytelling strategies. We look at enduringly popular children's picture storybooks to see what storytelling strategies they employ.

About the Author

Eve Heidi Bine-Stock is the author of Volumes I, II and III of this series, How to Write a Children's Picture Book, and has written pseudonymously numerous books for children. Ms. Bine-Stock is also the Publisher of E & E Publishing which publishes children's picture books and non-fiction books for adults.

Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: E & E Publishing (October 28, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0974893323
• ISBN-13: 978-0974893327
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #377,517 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for picture book writers, September 4, 2007

By	Heidi Phelps - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I was having trouble with rhythm and beats in my picture book writing. This book really helped me learn the beat structure in picture book writing and how they create rhythm. My picture book writing seemed flat and lifeless and now, thanks to this book, it has the rhythm it was lacking. I would also suggest Volumes I and III for other parts of picture book writing. Definitely a must have for those writing picture books and those needing to learn the structure, rhythm and specific language used in those types of books.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Practical and Easy-to-understand, November 14, 2006

By	Nancy I. Sanders (CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I'm thrilled to see a second volume to Bine-Stock's first in this series dedicated to taking the mystery out of writing a picture book. Bine-Stock rises to the top once again as she explains, simply and clearly, how to build a picture book from the ground up. Focusing on choosing the right words, using the best sentence structure, creating a scene, and utilizing a powerful storytelling technique, this book is a valuable tool. I plan on recommending it to other authors I know!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars How To Write A Children's Picture Book Vol II, December 28, 2007

By	Carol Reinsma - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

If you're ready to make each word and sentence shine in your picture book this is an invaluable resource.