Writing with pictures: how to write and illustrate children's books

Introduction

Part 1. Telling the story : Picture book or story book? ; Picture sequence ; The story : a complete action ; Story content ; Picture book characteristics.

Part 2. Planning the book : Storyboard and book dummy ; Size, scale, and shape ; The structure of a printed book.

Part 3. Creating the pictures : The purpose of illustration ; Drawing figures and objects ; Visual references ; Picture space and composition ; Principles of technique ; Style.

Part 4. Preparing for reproduction : Printing basics ; Color presentation ; Techniques for reproduction

Envoi

Appendices : Finding a publisher.