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Nmnewsmessenger Summer2019 SCBWI JUNE/JULY/AUGUST Summer 2019 Notes from Michele ………………………….2 Enchantment Show …………………………..4 Shop Talk ………………………………………….5 Events and Workshops ……………………..6 Have You Heard? ………………………………7 How to Start Writing your Novel by Suzanna E. Henshon, Ph.D ………….10 Biodiversity Threat by Rachel Stofocik …………………………..11 Building Story from Pitch by Kit Rosewater …………………………….12 And Now, This by Cynthia Grady …………………………….14 An Evening with Kwame Alexander by Linda Wilson ………………………………15 An Invitation to My Story by Suzanna E. Henshon, Ph.D ………...16 Submissions ……………………………………17 “Messages,” by Zahra Marwan 1 SCBWI JUNE/JULY/AUGUST Notes from Michele Michele Hathaway Tuton Regional Advisor/New Mexico SCBWI Chapter “We like to distinguish ourselves from other animals by saying we're a rational species. That is sort of a commonly shared joke. But a narrative species? That, one can prove.” --Roger Rosenblatt Master of Fine Arts graduates shoulder an enviable backpack, but most of us are on the Do-It-Yourself, MFA track. With or without the diploma, the mastery of one’s art is a life-long pursuit. In a way, the pursuit is part of the intrigue. Each project is a new mountain to climb, unique from all others with its singular trails, challenges, and views. Even the same mountain changes with the seasons, as you create within your genre or work on a single project over time. Perhaps you decide to leap from fiction to nonfiction, young adult to picture book, or illustrating picture books to graphic novels. With each adventure you pack the equipment you’ve gathered along the way, picking up new tools as you journey, something to help you scale a cliff, or maybe jump off one. these tools include the concepts of character arc, story beats, three act structure, the hero’s journey, goal- motivation-conflict, and much more. Perhaps you’ve read one or two or a dozen of the craft books that are legion in libraries, book stores, and conference syllabi. In pursuit of story, illustrators juggle many of these resources as well as the vast number of mediums and techniques within their craft. But, sometimes I fear losing myself under the weight of it all. How do I use these excellent tools without making an almighty mess? How do I retain the organic nature of my creative process, the subconscious emergence of story? How do I keep it authentic? I don’t have a clear answer, and I’d like to hear what you think. But here’s a proposal. Feed yourself on a steady, modest diet of craft books, shop talks, and conferences. Read, mark, and inwardly digest the ideas or techniques. For example, if you read Story Genius by Lisa Cron, take notes, develop character backstory, wants, needs, etc. Write the scene cards. Remember to breathe. (As a recovering pantser—one who writes by the seat of her pants—scene cards can trigger a panic attack.) Continued on page 3 2 SCBWI JUNE/JULY/AUGUST Notes from Michele (Continued) Do as much of this as you as you can handle. Break a sweat, then put it all away. Go swim some laps, take a hike, bake a mountain of cookies for the next shop talk. While the cookies cool, sit down and just write, or paint, or draw. Don’t review your notebooks, just do it. MFA grads, correct me if I’m wrong, but you may need to do the same—forget everything your professors told you as you submerge into the work. Because, here’s the thing, we already possess the foundations of story. It is a deep structure in our psy- che—it’s in our DNA. Ask any anthropologist. Look up Joseph Campbell’s The Hero With a Thousand Faces, or the more accessible The Writer’s Journey, by Christopher Vogler. As far as we know, story is unique to humankind. Roger Rosenblatt in his excellent book Unless It Moves the Human Heart writes "We like to dis- tinguish ourselves from other animals by saying we're a rational species. That is sort of a commonly shared joke. But a narrative species? That, one can prove." Lisa Cron discusses the adaptive nature of storytelling as well in Story Genius. "What I am saying is, we’ve got this. It’s who we are. You can trust yourself with your story. Write it. Draw it. Live it. When your scene, draft, or sketch is done, survey the composition. Goals, Motivation, Conflict—are they there? Somewhere? How is your hero’s journey going? Mentors, gate keepers, tricksters? Who popped up in your cast? Are they working? Apply the techniques, check your models, arcs, etc. Create the best work you can with the tools in your pack. Above all, trust in your innate ability. Trust your artist’s heart. Because you can do this. You were always meant to do this. 3 SCBWI JUNE/JULY/AUGUST Enchantment Show 6th Annual SCBWI-NM Please join us! June 8th at 12:00 p.m. Come to Erna Fergusson Library for a reception to celebrate our fellow members’ inspirations. Writers created a one-page story to accompany an original illus- tration which showcased the theme “serenity.” “Lost and Found Feather,” by Sharon Sivinki, Enchantment Show, 2018 4 SCBWI JUNE/JULY/AUGUST Shop Talk with Coordinator Chris Eboch June 11: Bullet Journals Bullet journals seem to be the rage lately. Many writers use them to focus their goals, schedule their time, and get more writing done. If you've tried one, please come and share your experiences! If you haven't, come find out what they're all about. Google "bullet jour- nals for writers" for some insight into how they can be used. July 9 “The Natural Voice” Gerald and Loretta Hausman [email protected] Gerald and his wife Loretta founded Irie Books publishing company in 1995. They have published 25 books for children and adults. Using storytelling in the old traditional sense – a live story is the basis of the best printed book – their unusual art has been to preserve the spoken word on paper and screen. They emphasize “the natural voice.” This is the freely spoken, old style storyteller, the poet and the writer combined. The technique that the Hausmans learned and teach comes from Zen poets whom they have published and also two books they published with Ruth Krauss and Maurice Sendak. Gerald Hausman began his career as an author in 1975. At the same time he became an editor with Overlook/Viking Press and others in New York City. In succeeding years he edit- ed more than 300 books for major firms. He also told stories at The Kennedy Center, Har- vard, Fordham, NPR, the History Channel and many others. His work with Mr. Rogers was instrumental in bringing him to an understanding of children’s literature that has lasted a lifetime. Learn more with this video: http://www.geraldhausman.com/bio.php August 13: TBA Come Join Us! You’ll find the Shop Talk by Chris Eboch: www.chriseboch.com checking our room assignment in You Can Write for Children: How to Write Great Sto- ries, Articles, and Books for Kids and Teenagers: http:// the main lobby: www.amazon.com/dp/069246977X/ Advanced Plotting: http://tinyurl.com/4xfl7dp North Domingo Baca Multi Writing romantic suspense as Kris Generational Center Bock: www.krisbock.com 7521 Carmel Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113 5 SCBWI JUNE/JULY/AUGUST Events and Workshops RUTGERS UNIVERSITY COUNCIL ON THIRD SATURDAY CHILDREN'S LITERATURE CRITIQUE GROUP Join your fellow writers to give and receive ONE-ON-ONE PLUS CONFERENCE feedback in a positive atmosphere. If you wish to share your work, please bring 5 copies of no APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! more than 5 pages, double-spaced. We will meet in the Community Meeting Room at Erna This year’s conference will take place at Rutgers Fergusson Library, 3700 San Mateo Blvd, NE. University on Saturday, October 19, 2019. In ad- After entering the library, the room is at the dition to scores of editors, agents, and illustra- south end past the periodical shelves. tors who will serve as mentors for the day, this year’s conference will feature New York Times bestselling author Wendy Mass as our keynote speaker. You’ll find more about the One-on-One Plus Conference at our website (www.ruccl.org) SCBWI ANNUAL SUMMER including access to the online application. Appli- CONFERENCE: cation deadline is July 1, 2019. REGISTRATION IS OPEN Summer is approaching and that means SCBWI’s annual Summer Conference will soon be here. We’re excited to report that this year’s event fea- Barnes and Noble Book Fair tures some of the brightest luminaries in chil- We had another successful Barnes and Noble Book dren’s books! There will be keynote presentations th Fair on May 4 , thanks to the hard work of Melinda from Mem Fox, Meg Medina, MT Anderson, Beavers and all our wonderful volunteers. We raised Renee Watson, Christian Robinson, Raul the $786 and sold 40 member books! The proceeds will Third, Yuyi Morales, Darcy Rosenblatt, and Anna Shinoda. The Conference also features mainstage go toward free programing and a scholarship for panels dedicated specifically to picture books, Hummingbird. Save the date and your holiday shop- alternative publishing options, and creating books ping list for another book fair December 7, 2019. that matter, as well as panels of agents and edi- tors who will offer insight direct from the publish- ing trenches. Mark Your Calendars! Hummingbird Writers and Illustrators Retreat When: August 9-12 with optional intensives on Monday, August 12 October 25-27th Where: JW Marriott at LA Live For more information: https://www.scbwi.org/los-angeles-summer- conference-preview/ 6 SCBWI JUNE/JULY/AUGUST Want to build a stronger SCBWI-NM Communi- ty? We’ve changed “Member News” to a more informal format to hear your news: your school visits, awards and nominations, book signings, upcoming book releases, classes you’re offer- Have ing.
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