After long talks this weekend with editor, illustrator and self, I’ve stepped back onto that particular carnival ride that is revision. Let’s hope it doesn’t make me queasy like the Tilt-a-whirl.
Here’s the thing about revising a picture book. I need to be both fresh and inspired but also obsessively detailed. Kinda sorta two halves of the brain, don’t you think?
(Let’s not even mention the fact that there’s already a rhyme scheme in place that needs attending to. And, we’re kind of in a hurry if we hope to eventually turn this into a book that actually hits the shelves.)
So, here goes.
Deep breath.
Deep swig. (Relax, folks, it’s tea…)
Dig deep…
You’re starting from such a beautiful place, Liz. I know this book is going to be something spectacular.
Thank you, Linda. That means a lot coming from you…
I’m hopeful…
I love tea. You can totally do this.
P.S. I’m so excited for you!
Right. I forget about the excitment part when I get anxious. Thanks for the reminder…
I’m rooting for you! 🙂
Thanks. Gosh, you guys are just the greatest…
Keep a carrot in front of you (chocolate, a nice dinner out, a day to yourself, etc.) and keep revising! You can so do this. I can’t wait to read your new book!
I really am going away to a friend’s cabin next weekend, so that’s out there. Tempting me. Now of course I have a child home sick, just to toss a wrench in things…