Jacinta Patterson

Panel by Panel: How to Write Comics and Graphic Novels (Even if You Can’t Draw) Representing Your Unique Lived Experiences, Culture and Language in Children’s Literature with Author Ana Siqueira

Thanks! A friend shared this resource with me, in case you're interested in checking it out. juliehedlund.teachable.com/p/panel-by-p...

I mean I won't be illustrating it, only writing, so I can't produce a dummy.

ALT:

#kidlit people: how do you format an author-only graphic novel manuscript for kids? I would love any templates, samples, or resources!

I almost forgot to post the entry I wrote weeks ago. Don't be like me—share before it's too late!

Thank you, friend! 🥰

I love hearing this, Kellie! From your mouth to #agents and #editors ears! 🤞🏼🤞🏼

I love that! Learning ASL is on my bucket list.

Sign language is included as part of Miles' communication experience! (True to my lived experience with my son 💖)

The heart is the story is that communication is connection, and there's no right or wrong way for that to look.

When Miles misses the classic language milestones, he and Mama must find other ways to communicate or risk constant frustration and isolation. From gestures to echoes and beyond, they embark on a Gestalt language processing journey together. #QuestPit #PB #Q #ND

When Matty loses his mitten before the first big snow of the season, Mom lays down the law: both hands must be mittened or Matty will miss out on the fun. An unorthodox solution gets him out the door, but he’ll need to dig deep if he wants to enjoy the snow with just one mitten. #QuestPit #PB #Q

Thanks, Tracie!

Intriguing!

Oh wow, this sounds incredible. I want it!!

After Cinderella leaves her bestie in the dust to run off with “Prince Charming,” Pumpkin wants revenge. When the clock strikes midnight,

so

does

she.

Talk about A FRACTURED FAIRYTALE. #QuestPit #PB #WIP

When Leo thinks about starting kindergarten without his hero—big brother Troy, who leaves for college before the Big Day—he finds himself beset by nightmares. Troy comes to the rescue one last time, but Leo will have to find a way to face his fears on his own. #QuestPit #PB #Q

Oh my goodness, an even bigger congratulations to YOU!!

Thanks, Mikki!

Thanks, Lydia!!

Thank you, Kim! And congratulations to YOU for the editor interest in your SavvyAuthors pitch! 🎉

Ahhh!! I am completely delighted that my creepy little entry was a winner! Thank you, @lydialukidis.bsky.social and @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social for hosting, and an extra-special thank you to @professoraixa.bsky.social for selecting my entry! 🎃

Yes! Love this book (story and art)!!

What a fabulous, inclusive concept...and what beautiful art! 😍

Now I'm hungry! ("a willful and caring 7-year-old" is a SPOT ON description of my son lol)

Ahh, thanks, friend!!

Aww, thanks, CP!!! ❤️

Thanks, Kelly! 🤭

Thanks, Katrina!!

When the garlic-loving, blood-hating Belladonna can no longer bear the weight of her secret double life, she must choose between a hunger strike (look out for hangry Belladonna!) and telling her friends the truth (perhaps losing them forever). #DVPit #PB #Q #HA