Sean Buvala, Storyteller

Rejection is part of publishing. Don't take it seriously. 

(via Spark: Stories for Non-Profit Organizations)  ::: Before you start collecting stories, it’s important to know who you’re trying to reach. Take the time to understand your target audience’s interests, values, and beliefs. This will help you narrow down the types of stories you should seek. You might be tempted to say, “Of course we already know who we serve.” However, in these days of fast-shifting priorities and needs, when did you recently look at the avatar of the clients you serve? The last four years (this is 2023) have significantly changed how people interact and behave with the world. Do you know who you are serving now? ::::

Stories can engage and inspire young people, helping them to learn and grow. Oral storytelling with teens is a great place to start if you want to connect.

Do you want to become a better communicator? Here are 3 key components to help you become an effective communicator: being interested in the person, asking unusual questions, listening for feeling as well as words. Use these tips to build better relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. See the entire article.

“While MY EXPANSION is clearly a children’s book, the messages it conveys are as much directed at parents as they are at children.” ~Indie Reader

Approaching a publisher can be a great experience, even if nerve-wracking. Following these tips can make a great first impression and increase your chances of publishing your book. Good luck!

First, be consistent. If you only show up on Facebook every now and then to advertise something, you're not going to get very far. Instead, make a plan for yourself.

There is no question about it: children need to read. Those little brains are like sponges, and the windows for learning are constantly opening and closing throughout their lives. Reading builds Minds 🧠 Skills ✏️📝 Understanding 🧿 Thinking. 🤔 Read to and with your children. Keep books 📚 in your home. Help your child grow. Connect kids with books, both big and small. Don't worry about "reading level" - just let your kid read.

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"Art both reveals and revels in our humanity." ~Michelle Buvala

Listen when your kid is ready to tell you their story.

Your story needs to be heard.

Let your kids see you reading. Be all sneaky about it and arouse their interest. You don't have to make a formal announcement about reading...just read where you can be seen reading. smalltoothdog.com/daddy

I love teaching teachers to tell stories.

Nothing nothing nothing gets done until you take action. You can do it.