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November 14, 2023 In Podcast

Podcast – Books with Great Voice Part 3

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There are so many more picture books with great voice! We started the Books with Great Voice series in episode 56, where Julie Hedlund defined the types of voice found in picture books and Katie Davis made us laugh while discussing the funny style of voice. In episode 57, Founder Emeritus Laura Backes read examples of picture books that use a lyrical voice.

In part 3 of our series, author and Picture Book Summit Founder Emma Walton Hamilton digs into character voice: how to recognize it, distinguish it from other types of writing voice, and how to utilize it in your own work. Emma picked some stellar books to read and share. You’re going to love this one!

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September 5, 2023 In Giveaway

Picture Book Launch Giveaway 2023!

September is big month here at Picture Book Summit. We have three new picture books* making their way into the world from four of our speakers this year! To celebrate, we’re giving away books from all of our 2023 presenters in our Book Launch Giveaway! Enter to win the six picture books below!

Picture Book Summit Book Launch Giveaway 2023!

 

SONG AFTER SONG: THE MUSICAL LIFE OF JULIE ANDREWS written by Julie Hedlund & illustrated by Ilaria Urbinati

Song After Song by Julie Hedlund

Debuting TODAY, September 5th, is this lovely gem. Long before she starred in movies like The Sound of Music, Mary Poppins, and The Princess Diaries, Julie Andrews was a little girl struggling with her parents’ divorce and the ravages of World War II. To comfort her and fill her time during the London Blitz, her stepfather taught her to sing, and Julie found her voice—one of the most extraordinary singing voices of all time.

Lyrically told by Julie Hedlund and lushly illustrated by Ilaria Urbinati, this is the story of how Julie Andrews became one of the world’s most beloved performers.

Order a signed copy from Julie’s local independent bookstore, Second Star to the Right here.

THE ENCHANTED SYMPHONY written by Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton & illustrated by Elly MacKay

The Enchanted Symphony by Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton

Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton’s latest collaboration hits bookshelves on September 12th! When a lively village is beset by a mysterious fog, the town turns dull and silent; melancholy neighbors stop visiting each other and even going outside. Until one day, when a boy’s simple melody strikes a chord, reminding everyone of what matters most–even in the darkest of times.

Beautifully and colorfully illustrated by Elly MacKay, The Enchanted Symphony is a powerful, hopeful fairy tale celebrating life’s simple pleasures that bring us together.

Order your signed copy of this book (and many of their other books!) at Julie and Emma’s local independent bookstore Sag Harbor Books here.

Preorder The Enchanted Symphony from the retailer of your choice by 9/11/23 and submit your receipt to get a signed art print and wildflower seed plantable book (while supplies last) from Abrams here.

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July 25, 2023 In Podcast

Podcast – Fine Tune Your Pitch

Emma Walton Hamilton and Julie Hedlund - Query Letters That WorkedIn this episode, children’s picture book authors Emma Walton Hamilton and Julie Hedlund give an overview of the four essential components of a query (introduction, pitch, bio and market info, and conclusion).

Then they dig deep into crafting the ever-elusive perfect pitch. Listen in for tips on creating a pitch that captures the story and spirit of your book and piques an agent or editor’s interest. If you’re in the querying trenches, this one’s for you!

 

 

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May 23, 2023 In Podcast

Podcast – 4 Big Reasons Manuscripts Get Rejected Part 4

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It’s our last episode of our series the 4 Biggest Reasons Your Manuscripts Get Rejected!

Following agent submission guidelines should be a no-brainer when it comes to searching for an agent, right?

“Query-whisperer” Emma Walton Hamilton gives an inside look as to why following submission guidelines are crucial—and how over half of all new authors get it wrong. This episode is your shot to getting it right.

Have you listened to the rest of the 4 Biggest Reasons Manuscripts Get Rejected series?

Catch up here:

046 – 4 Biggest Reasons Manuscripts Get Rejected Part 1 – Unoriginal Ideas

047 – 4 Biggest Reasons Manuscripts Get Rejected Part 2 – Lack of Emotional Resonance

048 – 4 Biggest Reasons Manuscripts Get Rejected Part 3 – Not Submission Ready

We hope this series has helped you develop stronger submission packages that lead you to picture book success!

 

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Picture Book Summit 2023 - Julie Andrews, Nikki Grimes, Philip C. Stead and Erin E. Stead
May 14, 2023 In Giveaway, Speakers

Picture Books That Sing!

Our three Superstar Speakers are in place. Philip C. Stead and Erin E. Stead, Nikki Grimes, and Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton will all be joining us live at Picture Book Summit 2023!

Julie Andrews, Nikki Grimes, Philip C. Stead, Erin E. Stead

Next week, we announce our Workshop Presenters, Featured Agents, and Featured Editors. If you’ve been paying attention, we’ve hinted at our theme for the year, but let’s go ahead and make it official…

That’s right: Picture Books That Sing!

Each one of our sessions this year is designed to help you create picture books that come together like a perfect symphony and hit all the high notes.

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January 10, 2023 In Podcast

Podcast – How to Get Out of the Slush Pile Part 3

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It’s time for the third episode in our three-part series: How to Get Out of the Slush Pile!

Our very own query whisperer Emma Walton Hamilton demystifies what makes a compelling hook and how you can achieve this in your query letters. Learn how to convey an agent or editor your understanding of your story as well as how the industry works.

It’s a lot of heavy lifting for a sentence or two. Let us help you make the most of it.

Catch the first two episodes in this series:

How to Get of the Slush Pile: Part 1 with Laura Backes

How to Get Out of the Slush Pile: Part 2 with Julie Hedlund

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September 20, 2022 In Podcast

Podcast – A Brief History of Picture Books

Picture-Book-Summit-Podcast_feature_image_Emma-Walton-HamiltonToday’s episode comes from our previous Mini Summit: Don’t Write Your Grandma’s Picture Books. Emma Walton Hamilton unearths a brief history of picture books including how Randolph Caldecott started the genre by creating illustrations that helped to tell the story instead of the pictures simply reflecting what’s in the text. Emma shares how picture books evolved from morality tales to books for “naughty children” and books that break the rules and meet children where they are today.

It’s the best kind of history lesson for picture book creators.

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Emma Walton Hamilton and Julie Hedlund - Query Letters That Worked
August 23, 2022 In Podcast

Podcast – Query Letters That Worked

Emma Walton Hamilton and Julie Hedlund - Query Letters That WorkedToday’s episode comes from Picture Book Summit Co-Founders Emma Walton Hamilton and Julie Hedlund. Emma and Julie are also co-creators of the Complete Picture Book Submission System. In this episode, you’ll hear them share their submission expertise as they provide you with the key components of a killer query letter and break down three real query letters critiqued by Emma or Julie that resulted in agent representation or a book contract. You’ll leave this episode with actionable items you can apply immediately to your own queries. Get ready to polish those queries until they shine brighter than you thought possible.

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August 18, 2022 In Speakers

Beginnings and Endings: A Cosmic Connection

So, what’s more important in a picture book?

A beginning that hooks your reader?
Or, an ending that leaves them feeling satisfied?

The short answer is both! While each of these elements has a very important role in your story, what is equally vital is how they work together.

Enter Emma Walton Hamilton and Julie Hedlund and their 2022 Picture Book Summit Workshop:

From Lift-Off to Landing:

The Cosmic Connection Between the Beginnings and Endings of Picture Books

 

Beginnings and Endings Emma Walton Hamilton and Julie Hedlund

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