Learn how to Write and Publish a Children’s Picture Book

Write and Publish Your Own Children’s Picture Book!

Ever dreamed of creating a story that sparks imagination? Join award-winning author Denise Makeham for a two-session workshop where you’ll learn how to write, illustrate, and publish your very own children’s picture book.

About Denise

Denise Makeham is an award winning children’s author from rural New South Wales. Inspired by the rhythms of the land and family life, she crafts stories that encourage kids to rediscover adventure beyond screens. With four published picture books celebrating curiosity and connection, Denise brings her passion for storytelling, education and creativity to every workshop.

What You’ll Learn

Session 1

Denise will guide you to identify a story idea, and make a story board – your own idea, or a prompt from Denise.  You will consider your audience. Is it for your child, your grandchild, or do you wish to make your story available to others? Denise will support you to think about the content. Will it be written in rhyme, or prose? You will learn the tips and tricks of writing good rhyme.  Decisions like how big will your book be? What type of illustrations (water colour, nostalgic, modern?)

Session Two

You will continue to work on the text of your story and Denise will outline your self-publishing options. This will include how to find an illustrator, and how to have your final book printed and published. And the all important skill of marketing.

Workshop Outcomes

• Identify and develop your own story idea
• Create a storyboard and plan your book layout
• Learn tips for writing in rhyme or prose
• Explore illustration styles and book formats
• Understand self-publishing options and marketing strategies
• Leave with a clear roadmap to publish your own book!

Please Bring

• A notebook, pen or pencil and your ideas

Come join us for a creative experience.

The workshop is conducted over two weeks on a Thursday night commencing at6pm and will run for 2 hours on both nights, so be sure to be on time.

PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST BE ABLE TO ATTEND BOTH SESSIONS

This workshop is limited to 12 participants only.

This workshop is for adults.

Please select your correct admission ticket costs as per your membership category when checking out. Tickets are only available through Eventbrite.

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For further information regarding this workshop, please contact:

Vicki on 0491 290 949 or email: nacnet@hotmail.com or message us on Facebook @Narranderaartsandcreativenetwork