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Debbie Ridpath Ohi reads, writes and illustrates for young people.

**PLEASE PARDON THE CONSTRUCTION DUST. My website is in the process of being completely revamped, and my brand new site will be unveiled later in 2021! Stay tuned! ** 

Every once in a while, Debbie shares new art, writing and resources; subscribe below. Browse the archives here.

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- Inkygirl: Reading, Writing and Illustrating Books For Young People. Includes my Creating Picture Books resource (with templates), Advice For Young Writers & Illustrators, Interviews archives.

- About Debbie: bio, press, book covers and headshot photos, links to interviews, FAQ

- Debbie's Appearances, Interviews and Press: Info about Debbie's school visits (including virtual visits) and other appearances, publicist info, upcoming appearances, press info.

- Answers to Frequently Asked Questions: answers to questions about Debbie's process, personal life, getting into the business, promotion and social media, permission to use her illustrations and comics, hiring her to do work, resources for teachers and librarians.

- Write to the author/illustrator: If your class sends me snailmail about a book I've written and/or illustrated, I'll write back.

- Debbie's Blatherings: my personal blog.

LINKS TO POPULAR PAGES AND RESOURCES ON DEBBIE'S WEBSITE:

Creating Picture Books: Debbie's posts about how she writes and illustrates picture books. Includes photos, sketches, templates and tips for both young and older children's book writers and illustrators.

Debbie's Free Print-Ready Archive: Links to all of the bonus activity sheets, templates and other goodies that Debbie has posted in various book bonus pages and blog posts. All are free to download and print for school/library and personal use.

Debbie's webcomics: Will Write For Chocolate, My Life In A Nutshell, Keiko, Waiting For Bilbo and Waiting For Frodo. She also posts one-panel comics on Inkygirl.com as board gaming comics on BoardGameGeek.com.

Twitter Guide For Writers and Illustrators

Interview archives: Debbie's interviews with writers, illustrators and children's book editors.

Publishing industry surveys: Debbie's informal surveys about writing, reading and publishing.

250, 500 and 1000 Words A Day Challenge

Debbie's Poetry Page: Thoughts on poetry, my own poetry (mainly for young people), resources.

POPULAR POSTS:

Want to support an author's or illustrator's new book but can't afford to buy it? Here's what you can do

Tips For SCBWI Conference Newbies, Second-Timers, Plus a CHALLENGE for the many-timers

Back Burner Writing, Essential Apps and How I'm Squeezing In Extra Writing Every Day