Intro to Picture Books

Class Description

In this seminar, we'll explore the art of picture book writing, including essentials such as storyboarding for the 32-page format, as well as elements of language and rhythm; character and emotion; and tension and plot. Picture book writing is challenging, and this class aims to provide writers with tools, tips, and skills to write in this format. We’ll take a close look at recently published fiction and nonfiction picture books and examine page turns and the interplay of text and pictures. At three points during the seminar, we’ll pause to write in response to a set of picture book prompts, then share possibilities within our writing.

Class Format

This class will take place in-person at our Center for Creative Writing in Boston's Seaport neighborhood.

Scholarship Information

Thanks to the excellent literary citizenship of our donors, scholarships are available for all GrubStreet classes. To apply, click the gray "APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIP" button. In order to be considered for a scholarship, you must complete your application at least one week before the start date of a class. Please await our scholarship committee's decision before registering for the class. We cannot hold spots in classes, so the sooner you apply, the better. Scholarships cannot be applied retroactively.

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