Janet's Jottings
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When I give workshops for beginning picture book writers, I always urge them to be brave—to leave room for an illustrator to help tell the story. I describe the picture book genre as a “linear...

I am fascinated by walrus, which is why I researched and wrote WALRUS SONG (Candlewick, 2021). But when I recently saw a web link entitled Walrus from Space, I scratched my head. Large sea...

Today I’m getting ready for an in person library visit that will launch OCEANS OF LOVE. I am very excited to be able to share my latest book with a group of kids (socially distanced...

Over the years, I have gotten better at patiently accepting the long production process that is a picture book’s journey from acquisition to publication. One way I do this is to enjoy each little milestone...

Oceans cover over 70% of the Earth’s surface and are home to fascinating animals. Celebrate World Ocean Day, June 8, with my favorite one— the walrus! Enjoy a few cool Arctic Ocean moments with a...

Today is Marine Mammal Rescue Day! Speaking of marine mammals, it seems a good time to share the cover of my upcoming picture book WALRUS SONG. Timothy Basil Ering (illustrator of Kate DiCamillo’s Tale of...
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