"In a lifetime of writing classes and workshops, I’ve encountered just a handful of mentors with the gift of telling me what I really needed to hear in a way that left me more inspired and confident at the end of the process. Juliet Bond knows her stuff cold. More important, she knows how to foster an open, genuinely supportive workshop environment where participants feel free to explore, stumble, pick themselves up and explore some more. Her Children’s Book Writing workshop is a joy."
– John Dummer
"As a non fiction and adult fiction writer, I took Juliet's one-session intro to writing for children followed by an eight week session. The first provided an overview, context, definitions of children's books, and I left inspired. The second offered insights on publishing, skill development, tricks of the trade and thoughtful critique. I left encouraged, with a clear direction and eagerness to finish my middle grade novel. Juliet brings writing chops to teaching children's book writing. I marveled a couple times at her impressive ability to hear a page read by a participant, isolate an issue and suggest a simple but profound remedy. She is generous in sharing her extensive knowledge of books, publishing and resources to bring good writing to children. I appreciate her encouragement and not only would recommend her classes but hope to take another in the future."
- Mary Longe
"I thought the instructor was wonderful. She provided wondering insight into the world of kidlit and provided some great constructive criticism. Working with other writers and their stories was helpful as well. Not only did I learn to hone my constructive criticism, it provided me insight into how to look at my work critically and provided a confidence booster that other writers struggle with the same issues I struggle with."
- Katie Rosebrock
Check the StoryStudio Chicago website for information on upcoming classes.
– John Dummer
"As a non fiction and adult fiction writer, I took Juliet's one-session intro to writing for children followed by an eight week session. The first provided an overview, context, definitions of children's books, and I left inspired. The second offered insights on publishing, skill development, tricks of the trade and thoughtful critique. I left encouraged, with a clear direction and eagerness to finish my middle grade novel. Juliet brings writing chops to teaching children's book writing. I marveled a couple times at her impressive ability to hear a page read by a participant, isolate an issue and suggest a simple but profound remedy. She is generous in sharing her extensive knowledge of books, publishing and resources to bring good writing to children. I appreciate her encouragement and not only would recommend her classes but hope to take another in the future."
- Mary Longe
"I thought the instructor was wonderful. She provided wondering insight into the world of kidlit and provided some great constructive criticism. Working with other writers and their stories was helpful as well. Not only did I learn to hone my constructive criticism, it provided me insight into how to look at my work critically and provided a confidence booster that other writers struggle with the same issues I struggle with."
- Katie Rosebrock
Check the StoryStudio Chicago website for information on upcoming classes.