Books as Mentor Texts – 2026 It’s no secret that I read a lot. It’s one of my favotie pasttimes. That said, when I read,…
Author: Sharon Skinner
Coaching KidLit Episode 49: Vivid Voice Techniques with Guest Heather Preusser Host Sharon Skinner and Heather Preusser explore the art of voice in kid lit, sharing…
Getting the Most From Creative Writing Feedback Feedback helps us see our work as readers experience it. It reveals what’s clear, engaging, or confusing—often things…
Coaching KidLit Episode 48: Nature-Based Writing with Guest Erin Radniecki Host Sharon Skinner and guest Erin Radniecki discuss nature-based writing: weaving nature into kid lit,…
Crafting Good Endings Some writers start with the ending in mind, and some find their way there. No matter the path, a solid ending is…
Coaching KidLit Episode 47: Writing Across Genres with Guest Jessica Vitalis Sharon welcomes award-winning middle-grade author Jessica Vitalis. Jessica shares her journey from picture books…
Character Agency: Why It Matters and How to Strengthen It in Your Story Why Character Agency Matters: Brain science has shown that stories aren’t just…
Coaching KidLit Episode 46: Steps for Self-Publishing Success with Guest Darcy Pattison Sharon Skinner interviews prolific children’s author and indie publisher Darcy Pattison, who shares insights…
A while back, I was on a writing panel where someone in the audience asked about what they considered the problem of a male character…
Coaching KidLit Episode 45: Creatures as Characters & Symbols with Guest Rebecca Dolence Sharon and guest Rebecca Dolence discuss using creatures as symbols in kid…