I’ve put my Alan Lomax research aside for a moment to tend to something more pressing — further revisions to The Day-Glo Brothers. My editor has made some great suggestions for making the text more readable without sacrificing the story or the science — strengthening both, actually.
Still, as of this morning, the main text does mention both uranine and anthracene. Yes, I know, these are as overused in picture books as ducklings and baby bunnies, but I hope the public will indulge me.
Oh, Chris. Another book about anthracene?
How fabulous is it that you think the editors suggestions are good? Can’t wait to actually see this book after hearing about it for so long (ahem. I know you are thinking the same thing!)
I think even if an editor made helpful remarks, I’d still take offense. I suppose that’s something I’ll just have to learn to get over.
Great blog!