![]() As it turns out this was a great training ground for telling stories and seeing what interests kids. I started out working as a teacher, first in art museums and then later in elementary schools. I have always loved reading and writing, but I have not always been a children’s author. Staying actively involved and investing time in my professional community has been invaluable in moving forward.Īlright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally? In this way, I have made invaluable connections that led to further introductions, which helped me to get my work in front of the eyes of editors who might want to hire me or buy my manuscripts. Early on, I began attending workshops and publishing conferences, not only to grow as a writer but to learn the current trends and topics in the world of children’s books. So many writers spend years researching and writing manuscripts that never get acquired. ![]() ![]() Hi Janie, other than deciding to work for yourself, what was the single most important decision you made that contributed to your success?Ī big part of my success has been the connections I have made in the children’s publishing industry. We had the good fortune of connecting with Janie Havemeyer and we’ve shared our conversation below. ![]()
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