I remember when I was working on All Alone in the Universe, and Robin Roy was my editor. When I first sent it to her, she said kids this age don't want pictures in their books.
Lynne Rae PerkinsWith most of my books, there are some parts that pop up right away, and other parts I have to wait for.
Lynne Rae PerkinsIt's one of my favorite times of day. I'll have an array of notes, things that I want to think about. Something will start to take shape, and I'll play around with it. It's not usually an intense time. It's sort of a playful time. But it's when some really good thoughts arise.
Lynne Rae PerkinsThe morning time is also a time when I look at what I did yesterday. That's often a jumping-off point for today.
Lynne Rae Perkins