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April 23, 2021
2021 PB Party
Writing Contest
The CHALLENGE:
Submit the first 60-70 words of a picture book manuscript, along with an engaging and professional query letter.
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The LOWDOWN:
Record number of author and author-illustrators who joined the PB Party this year. Over 1,000 entries! An AMAZING vision of writing host Mindy Alyse Weiss
I knew I wanted to write a picture book biography on a historical woman who has personally influenced my life in a profound way. When I say blood, sweat and tears went into the thought process of writing and presenting her life story, trust me it certainly did.
The VICTORY:
My picture book manuscript “Modern Martha: The Story of Martha Graham” listed as one of the titles worthy of mention on this year’s 2021 PBParty’s list of entries that came close to the finals.
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Martha Graham- Lamentations
Courtesy Library of Congress
Martha Graham...
From her early influences as a little girl to becoming the mother of modern dance, Martha Graham broke the rules of ballet.
She created a new form of dance.
She made waves.
She was undeniable.
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Modern Martha:
The Story of Martha Graham
by Sheila Schmotzer
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Dark brown hair tossed high on her head…
Dancing around the piano as her father played…
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Little Martha grew up in Pennsylvania.
Her father, George Graham, was a doctor.
Martha watched him help people, using body motion.
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Moving with her family to southern California, the ocean waves, mysterious flowers, and Asian culture motivated her.
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Martha Graham was born to be modern.
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