50 Precious Words Winner

Maryellen Annese landed in the Winner's Circle at this year's 50 Precious Words picture book writing contest. Her story, ANNE MOORE: THE FIRST TO ARRIVE, took 10th place out of 667 entries. Maryellen says the contest has changed the way she writes picture books because, "You have to make every word count!" Great advice for anyone writing a picture book.

Congratulations, Maryellen!