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Barton, Chris,

How to make a book (about my dog) / written by Chris Barton ; illustrated by Sarah Horne. - Minneapolis, MN : Millbrook Press, an imprint of Lerner Publishing Group, [2021] - 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 28 cm

"How do you make a picture book? Well, you need an author, an illustrator, and... a dog?! Acclaimed author Chris Barton and his trusty pooch Ernie show readers how to make a nonfiction picture book . . . about Ernie! From coming up with ideas, researching, and writing a first draft to finding the perfect illustrator, deciding what goes on the cover, and getting every last wrod -- er, word just right, you'll see how a book is made from beginning to end. From acquisitions and editing to graphic design and dog treats, find out what's required to bring a book to life. This title perfectly blends how-to and humor for an informative look at book publishing. And look, this is part of the marketing step!"--

Ages 6-10. Millbrook Press. Grades 2-3. Millbrook Press.

ISBN: 9781541581289 1541581288

LCCN: 2020053003

Nat. Bib. No.: GBC1H3332 bnb

Nat. Bib. Agency Control No.: 020363071 Uk

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Authorship--Juvenile literature.
Picture books for children--Authorship --Juvenile literature.
Picture books for children--Technique --Juvenile literature.
Picture books for children--Design --Juvenile literature.
Composition (language arts)--Juvenile literature.
Creative writing--Juvenile literature.
Dogs--Juvenile literature.

Index Terms--Genre/Form:
Vocational guidance.
Informational works.
Picture books.

LC Class. No.: PN159 / .B36 2021

Dewey Class. No.: 808.02