With 2022 already underway, the Ohio North Chapter of SCBWI hosted New Year, New Vision. Together, we learned about vision/mood boards and their purpose for writers and nonwriters alike. My vision board is a combination of personal and professional goals.  Words that inspired this year's vision: "Heart work is hard work." Polish pieces (hence the marble stone photo) Start querying again Children (I'm having another little baby this year) Art/hand-lettering (very therapeutic) House (sell then buy) Vacation/quiet space Support (support others and writing group- building block photo) Write (of course) Read (for learning and for pleasure)...
I am beyond thrilled to participate in the Fall Writing Frenzy this year. The above photograph, Image 12, is the inspiration behind my children's book, How to Brew a Friend.  How to Brew a Friend By Britney Rudowsky Word Count: 179   If you have to brew a friend,  Be sure to dress the part.   A pointy hat,  black cape,  socks with stripes,  and boots to boot should do the trick.   Making a friend takes lots of ingredients… So you’ll need your BIGGEST cauldron. With a broom in hand, you’ll have just the right tool for mixing.   Onto the potion!   Sprinkle in some fairy dust, and a wisp of werewolf hair.   Toss in two vampire fangs and gobs of goblin goo.   Stir, stir, stir.   Friendship can be sticky sometimes,  But it always smooths over. Just keep stirring.   Throw in a heap of glitter (you can never have too much).   Remember, making a friend takes guts. Pumpkin guts that is.    Add one more heap of glitter for good measure.   Stir, stir, stir. That’ll do.   Now close your eyes. ...