Book cover via AmazonThe setting of a picture book is important because it determines much of the illustrations.
Picturebook Settings
When writing for kids, you walk a fine line between what is familiar v. exotic. Kids like the familiarity of neighborhoods, homes and schools. Yet, they also need to have their world expanded and literature is a great way to do that. Try to stretch the setting, yet keep something familiar. . .
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