Authentic Agency
Giving your main character authentic agency and letting their own choices drive the plot are essential to having your reader connect.
A Publisher That Teaches
Deciphering what a publisher wants can be a frustrating chore. A publisher that teaches would be a happy find. Welcome to Chicken Scratch Books.
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Quality, Clean Kid’s Books
I love traditional children’s literature, because that’s where I find quality, clean kid’s books. Each book I read makes me a promise. Usually within the first chapter, I know where the book is headed (or at least I think I do), and I know what type of person the main character is. Nothing frustrates me
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Achieving the Author’s Vision
My goal as an editor is to help each author achieve their vision for their story.
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Advantages of an Indie Press
There are many advantages of an indie press. One is complete equality for authors.
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Inching Along
Starting a new publishing company feels like an inchworm carrying a heavy backpack. Thankfully, there are writers willing to go for the ride!
Showing Who We Are
Sometimes a graphic is the best, and fastest, way to show who we are.
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What Makes Middle Grade Novels
What makes a Middle Grade Novel a middle grade novel? Here’s a comprehensive list.
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Welcome to Chicken Scratch Books!
Why we do what we do here at Chicken Scratch Books.
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