‘Include a hook in the first 3 chapters to draw the editor in.’ These were the sage words of Elaina O’Neill, the personable editor of Little Island Press when she addressed the SCBWI Writers’ Retreat in north County Dublin yesterday. Elaina was the final speaker of three who presented during the packed weekend of reflection,… Continue reading »
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SCBWI-Ireland new website and winter retreat
It’s hard to keep updating a blog during the summer months, especially in August when lots of folks are on their holidays and most activities seemed to be taking a breather until schools re-open in September. Then, with the autumn leaves and the cooler air, come the evening courses, exciting conferences and host of interesting… Continue reading »