I have been doing this Storystorm business since the very beginning. Oh, people. I have loved the experience, and it has served me well. Over the years, I have not only participated in the wonder that is Storystorm, but I have shared all sorts of idea-getting strategies as well.
Today, I have a new one to pass along. When I was a kid, my family had a horse, cows, chickens, geese, ducks, dogs, cats, and hundreds of pigs. Is it any coincidence that many of my books feature barnyard animals?
My childhood included more than just animals, though. I also had an assortment of relatives with varied dispositions. Remember Mr. That bird is actually my great aunt Florence. I want you to take a moment to think about your childhood. What was it like? Did you live in a bustling city? Did you grow up with siblings? What sorts of things did you do with your free time? Who made an impression? Did you have an imaginary friend? Did you want to name your baby brother PeePee Garbage?
My niece Madison sure did. Did you ever run away from home? If so, why, what did you pack, and how far did you get? What sorts of things did you stash under your bed?
What was your most embarrassing moment? What did you want more than anything? Remember what it felt like to be a childβ¦the joys, the frustrations, the fact that the world is designed for people twice your size. Nope, nope, nope. Use those memories as a starting point.
