3 Top Techniques for Kid's Book Writers and Illustrators
An INSTANT ACCESS Masterclass on
Rhythm, Pacing and Page Turns
Both written word and illustration, rhythm, pacing and page turns keep your readers excited for what's to come and create an environment that is interactive and stimulating.
Learn from Dr. Mira Reisberg and Abrams Senior Designer Andrea Miller How to Keep Kids Engaged with These Captivating Creative Techniques!
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Andrea designed or art directed Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast by Josh Funk and many other spectacular picture books and graphic novels but the three techniques that we share are relevant for all types of written and illustrated kids books!
Learn from Dr. Mira Reisberg and Abrams Senior Designer Andrea Miller How to Keep Kids Engaged with These Captivating Creative Techniques!
Click Here to Register!
Andrea designed or art directed Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast by Josh Funk and many other spectacular picture books and graphic novels but the three techniques that we share are relevant for all types of written and illustrated kids books!
The Craft & Business of Illustrating Children’s Books is co-taught by Andrea Miller Acquiring Art Director & Senior Designer at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and Dr. Mira Reisberg, Aquiring Editor / Art Director at Clear Fork/Spork.
Andrea designed or art directed Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast by Josh Funk and many more!
Most recently, she co-art directed and designed the #1 national best-selling children's book, "A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo" by John Oliver.
Andrea and I have created some AMAZING content in this course - I’m just so excited!!
Andrea designed or art directed Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast by Josh Funk and many more!
Most recently, she co-art directed and designed the #1 national best-selling children's book, "A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo" by John Oliver.
Andrea and I have created some AMAZING content in this course - I’m just so excited!!
Read on to find out and learn a little about what happens in this Special Training on Rhythm, Pacing & Page Turns for Both Picture Book Writers & Illustrators and then register below!!!
- You'll be learning how the magical element of rhythm affects both writing and illustration to make your book sing!
Don't forget to bring some paper and a pencil or pen for some fun exercises! - Pacing is a term that has been used for both writing and film making for a very long time. It's how you lead the reader or viewer from the beginning to the end. But did you know that illustrators use pacing to amp up the emotion, hint at what's to come and amp up the suspense? Writers also use specific techniques to pace their stories for the very same effects. Come learn how.
- Page Turns are an important part of pacing. We'll be exploring how skillful writers and illustrators practically force you to turn the page with suspenseful techniques that make you desperate to find out... What Happens Next?
- This promises to be lots of FUN with FANTASTIC LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES!
"Thank you both so much for this webinar. The worksheets were wonderful. These worksheets gave me new insight into an old story that I had put aside! |
Your Instructor

Dr. Mira Reisberg is the Director of the Children's Book Academy and an acquiring Editor and Art Director for Clearfork Publishing/Spork. She is also a former literary agent who co-teaches most of the courses with her fabulous faculty. Mira has published best-selling and award-winning children's books herself, and helped many authors and illustrators make and get wonderful books published. In fact, Children's Book Academy students have published or contracted over 370 books so far!
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of formats will there be?
Most of our courses are a combination of lessons, worksheets, and interviews with experts. Sometimes these are in video format, other times not. With interactive courses, there is also a very active Facebook community page and weekly critiquing webinars, making it very lively and lots of fun. It is a multi-modal approach that works well for different people learning styles.
Who will benefit from this class?
Anyone who has a passion or interest in writing or illustrating books for children.
When does the class start?
If this is an instant access course, access starts today for a full year. If it is an interactive course, the dates will be towards the top of the page with 6 months of additional access, which often ends up being much more. Interactive courses also often include an e-book of course materials.
Are there any specific time requirements?
No. The only time sensitive areas are if you are in an interactive course and want to submit your work for a live webinar critique, there is a specific deadline, and if you join one of the optional critique groups you need to honor your group's critiquing timeline. The weekly webinars also happen at a specific day and time provided in advance, but if you can't make it live, they are also recorded for later viewing.
Do you offer refunds?
We are so sorry, but there are no refunds. Because we give bonus passwords or access to the course at the time of purchase, it is impossible to offer refunds. We appreciate your understanding. However, we do offer a 100% learning money back guarantee for interactive courses, that if you read the lessons, participate and do the work, and at the end of a year, don't feel that you learned a lot, we will refund your money in full.
What do I do if I have further questions?
You can email Mira directly at mira@childrensbookacademy.com with the title of the course in the subject head.
Most of our courses are a combination of lessons, worksheets, and interviews with experts. Sometimes these are in video format, other times not. With interactive courses, there is also a very active Facebook community page and weekly critiquing webinars, making it very lively and lots of fun. It is a multi-modal approach that works well for different people learning styles.
Who will benefit from this class?
Anyone who has a passion or interest in writing or illustrating books for children.
When does the class start?
If this is an instant access course, access starts today for a full year. If it is an interactive course, the dates will be towards the top of the page with 6 months of additional access, which often ends up being much more. Interactive courses also often include an e-book of course materials.
Are there any specific time requirements?
No. The only time sensitive areas are if you are in an interactive course and want to submit your work for a live webinar critique, there is a specific deadline, and if you join one of the optional critique groups you need to honor your group's critiquing timeline. The weekly webinars also happen at a specific day and time provided in advance, but if you can't make it live, they are also recorded for later viewing.
Do you offer refunds?
We are so sorry, but there are no refunds. Because we give bonus passwords or access to the course at the time of purchase, it is impossible to offer refunds. We appreciate your understanding. However, we do offer a 100% learning money back guarantee for interactive courses, that if you read the lessons, participate and do the work, and at the end of a year, don't feel that you learned a lot, we will refund your money in full.
What do I do if I have further questions?
You can email Mira directly at mira@childrensbookacademy.com with the title of the course in the subject head.
FAQs
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q: When does the class start?
A: Whenever you want: it's an instant access course!
Q: When does registration end?
A: Registration for our instant access courses is ongoing.
Q: What will I need?
A: Computer and Internet access, a great attitude and open mind, and a willingness to play with language and ideas.
Q: Are there any specific time requirements?
A: Nope
Q: What do I do if I have further questions?
A: You can call Mira directly CALIFORNIA time at 503.256.0152 or email mira@childrensbookacademy.com with "Children's Picture Book Course Question" in the subject head
Q: How long does the course stay open after it ends?
A: Students have an additional 6 months or more access to the course after it ends.
Q: Do you offer refunds?
A: Sorry, there are no refunds. Because we give bonus passwords at the time of purchase, it is impossible to offer refunds. We appreciate your understanding. However, we do offer a 100% learning money back guarantee, that if you read the lessons, participate during the course, and do the work, and at the end of a year, don't feel that you learned a lot, we will refund your money in full.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q: When does the class start?
A: Whenever you want: it's an instant access course!
Q: When does registration end?
A: Registration for our instant access courses is ongoing.
Q: What will I need?
A: Computer and Internet access, a great attitude and open mind, and a willingness to play with language and ideas.
Q: Are there any specific time requirements?
A: Nope
Q: What do I do if I have further questions?
A: You can call Mira directly CALIFORNIA time at 503.256.0152 or email mira@childrensbookacademy.com with "Children's Picture Book Course Question" in the subject head
Q: How long does the course stay open after it ends?
A: Students have an additional 6 months or more access to the course after it ends.
Q: Do you offer refunds?
A: Sorry, there are no refunds. Because we give bonus passwords at the time of purchase, it is impossible to offer refunds. We appreciate your understanding. However, we do offer a 100% learning money back guarantee, that if you read the lessons, participate during the course, and do the work, and at the end of a year, don't feel that you learned a lot, we will refund your money in full.