The value of information

I have recently come across some wonderful sites that are filled with some wonderful information...I'm listing 5 of the sites below...

Some you may know and some might be a new experience for you...either way I hope you enjoy (and learn) something from each...

1. Shawguides (the Guide to Writers Conference & Workshops - you can search by state, type of workshop, etc. - http://writing.shawguides.com/
2. (D.G. Jerz) Show, Don't (just) Tell - This site gives you lots of examples on showing not telling - http://jerz.setonhill.edu/writing/creative/showing.htm
3. Word Play (Sites that feature fun with words) - I found this site interesting because it gives you a link for so many sites that have to do with words - http://www.wolinskyweb.net/word.htm
4. The Shades Writer - This is the blog of author Rita Hubbard. She has a lot of helpful information (and organized like there's no tomorrow...grin) - http://theshadeswriter.wordpress.com/
5. Writing For Children (Children's Writing Resources) - This site has a list of links, books, etc to help you in your journey to write for children - http://www.bethanyroberts.com/writerresources.htm

Now of course, I have my favorite sites to go to for help and support. Here are two of my favorite:

1. Verla Kay's Website for Children's Writers & Illustrators - this site is the best! Check out the blue boards where you will find help, support, humor and other writers like you - http://www.verlakay.com/ - (click on forums & links and then message boards)
2. Write4Kids - this site has a lot of information for writers - http://www.write4kids.com/index.html

I hope some (or all) of these sites get you excited about being a children's author...I know they help me. Hugs...Brenda