🖌️ Buckle up, folks! We've got a juicy tale of family drama, shattered dreams, and the harsh realities of the publishing world. 😱 Our protagonist, a budding children's book author, finds herself in a sticky situation when her 11-year-old niece begs to illustrate her book. 🎨 But here's the catch: the niece's art skills are... well, let's just say they need some work. 😬 Will our author crush her niece's dreams or stand her ground? Let's dive in and find out! 🍿
11-Year-Old BEGGED to Illustrate Her Book 🙏 Her Response Had the Family REELING 😱
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🖌️ A Dream Come True... Or Is It? 😰
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😍 Niece Wants to Help, But... 🎨
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🙈 The Harsh Reality of Her Art Skills 😬
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😔 Breaking the News to My Niece 💔
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😡 The Entitled Parents Strike Back! 🙅♀️
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🤦♀️ Family Pressure: "It's a Bonding Moment!" 🙄
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🎨 The Complexity of Children's Book Illustrations 🖌️
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🍦 Heart-to-Heart Over Ice Cream 🍨
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💡 Explaining the Realities of the Publishing World 📚
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😲 Niece's Shocking Realization 💭
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😠 Parents Accuse Me of "Killing Dreams" 🙄
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🕵️♀️ Seeking Professional Help (No, Not a Therapist) 📝
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🚨 Scam Alert: Editor's Shady Deal 💸
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🏃♀️ Running Away Screaming from the Scammer 😱
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🙏 Grateful for the Advice and Support 🤗
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😒 Family Drama Continues: Dad Tries to Play "Cute" 🙄
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🙈 Hiding Behind the Nieces 😅
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😱 Family Feud: Author vs. Niece's Artistic Dreams! 🎨
Well, well, well... it seems our author's dream of publishing a children's book has turned into a family nightmare! 😱 Her 11-year-old niece is determined to illustrate the book, but her art skills are... let's just say they're not quite ready for prime time. 🙈 Despite the family pressure, our author stands her ground and tries to explain the harsh realities of the publishing world to her niece. 💡 But the drama doesn't end there! The entitled parents accuse her of "killing their little girl's dreams," 😠 and a shady editor tries to scam her out of thousands of dollars. 💸 Let's see what the internet has to say about this wild ride! 🍿
11 year old author gets support for wanting creative control 👏
JesusMurphy33 | JesusMurphy33
Suggests keeping daughter's artwork for special edition. Creative compromise. 😊
J14will | J14will
Let her illustrate for family, not publication. NTA.
Mac0491 | Mac0491
Author admits mishandling niece's request to illustrate with grace 🙏
kash21222 | kash21222
Professional illustrator explains why an 11-year-old can't illustrate a book 🎨
whereegosdare84 | whereegosdare84
Polite advice on handling rejection in the art industry.
TWERKINMAGGLE | TWERKINMAGGLE
Stick to your answer and don't do business with family 🙌
roseydaisydandy | roseydaisydandy
Compromise suggestion for 11-year-old illustrator sparks kindness 🙌
totallyfreakinggay | totallyfreakinggay
Encouraging but professional advice for young illustrator from author.
Lexi_Banner | Lexi_Banner
NTA, but consider offering an internship for concept art 🎨
Avincero | Avincero
Stick to your guns on writing book, work on mini-printing.
pbrooks19 | pbrooks19
Aunt could have handled it better, but still NAH. 🤝
queenofthera | queenofthera
Suggests a diplomatic way to handle the young girl's request 🤗
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NTA suggests grounding kids and parents being TA 😒
username_taken_idk | username_taken_idk
Helpful tip on picture book publication etiquette 👍
verascity | verascity
Sarcastic comment calls out ridiculousness of letting family make decisions.
porkodorko | porkodorko
Savage response to an 11-year-old's request for book illustration 🤭
WellLatteDa | WellLatteDa
Encouraging an aspiring young author and illustrator 👏
Sergeant_Fred_Colon | Sergeant_Fred_Colon
Family puts 11-year-old in tough spot, commenter defends NTA
fa1ga1 | fa1ga1
NTA commenter criticizes 11-year-old's artistic ability for book publication.
Calster111 | Calster111
Why children's book illustrations by children are rare explained 👨🎫
llamageddon01 | llamageddon01
Managing expectations in traditional publishing industry 💪
Vagueappellation | Vagueappellation
Author shares insight on publishing and illustrators 👍
mmenzel | mmenzel
User receives unexpected advice on publishing and faces entitled family.
kash21222 | kash21222
Illustrating a book for publishing? NTA, find a competent illustrator. 🙏
Shir0iKabocha | Shir0iKabocha
Putting work over parenting? NTA comment sparks debate
bibbiddybobbidyboo | bibbiddybobbidyboo
Empowering response to family questioning 11-year-old's wants. 💪
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Sweet suggestion to showcase child's art in book dedication.
lost-in-soup | lost-in-soup
Collaborating with an 11-year-old for a professional product? NTA.
DIADAMS | DIADAMS
Illustrator selection is out of author's hands, NTA.
Jev_Ole | Jev_Ole
Encouraging creativity while maintaining professionalism 👍
Zenopus | Zenopus
Incorporating the kid's art as a 'cameo' is a great idea 🙌
victormesrine | victormesrine
A well-put response to a pushy family, with constructive advice 👍
trusuz | trusuz
Insightful advice from a publishing industry expert 👍
_aceofspace | _aceofspace
Niece's art not good enough for book, NTA for declining 🎨
emi_lgr | emi_lgr
Author criticized for telling 11-year-old she's not skilled enough 😔
BaddestPatsy | BaddestPatsy
Encouraging compromise with a personal touch 👍
Vegansaur | Vegansaur
Encouraging to collaborate with niece, but professional artist needed for publishing.
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11-year-old wants to illustrate her book, NTA supports her.
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Being honest and firm with family is tough but necessary 💪
pennycenturie | pennycenturie
Expert advice warns against jumping into unvetted publishing arrangements.
JustPlainNeddy | JustPlainNeddy
Let her draw it and get it printed as a gift 👍
florastiel | florastiel
NTA for not allowing an 11-year-old to illustrate your book. Don't let anyone pressure you into changing your project. 🙏
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Respect your boundaries and don't let others undermine your career 💪
NeuronFirer | NeuronFirer
Parenthood needs a manual. Can anyone relate? 🤔
Collective82 | Collective82
Polite way to handle pushy family about book illustrations 🙌
Calm_Initial | Calm_Initial
Including original art on the cover is a great compromise! 🎨
RO489 | RO489
Honesty is key, little input in publishing decisions. #NTA 👍
casualLogic | casualLogic
Gentle response to 11-year-old's book illustrates career boundaries 👍
Goofball412a | Goofball412a
Professional illustrator suggests paying 10-20 £/page, inspiring the child.
petemorley | petemorley
Professional work for professional results. NTA is right.
FictionWeavile | FictionWeavile
Encouraging response to pressuring child for book illustrations 👍
Whenitrainsitpours86 | Whenitrainsitpours86
Encouraging NTA comment with helpful suggestion for young author 👍
Mokohi | Mokohi
Encouraging self-publishing for children's stories 📚
silence4713 | silence4713
Experience matters, even in illustration. NTA comment section.
BaffledMum | BaffledMum
Encouraging NTA comment suggests waiting for polished artwork for book illustrations.
blackmagic12345 | blackmagic12345
Don't let family guilt you into compromising your professional work.
Kettlewise | Kettlewise
Encouraging and constructive feedback for an 11-year old's book illustration.
MadWitchLibrarian | MadWitchLibrarian
Suggests publisher preference for assigning artists. Helpful advice. 👍
flabbey | flabbey
Encouraging comment on handling criticism in publishing industry 👍
Elfich47 | Elfich47
Professional illustrator clarifies author's role in book illustrations. NTA.
bittergrace03 | bittergrace03
NTA commenter shares personal experience and warns of legal trouble.
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Illustrating a book is a once in a lifetime opportunity 📚
TheDirtyFuture | TheDirtyFuture
11-year-old's passion for illustrating dismissed as mere hobby by family.
sbtrey23 | sbtrey23
Encouragement for young writers and illustrators 👏
octopusandunicorns | octopusandunicorns
Suggests giving 11-year-old illustrator a page in the book 📖
Vanaathiel88 | Vanaathiel88
Encouraging suggestion to nurture young talent 🙌
MoonRabbitWaits | MoonRabbitWaits
Defending a passion: NTA, pursuing art as a profession.
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Encouraging response to child's talent and compromise for book illustrations. 👏
ZweitenMal | ZweitenMal
When an 11-year-old begs to illustrate, where do you draw the line? 💭🎨
hufflepuffonthis | hufflepuffonthis
Encouraging suggestion for incorporating daughter's artwork into book 🎨
aamgp22 | aamgp22
Illustrating a book is hard work, let her enjoy art 😊
Grand-Loss | Grand-Loss
Suggests a peacekeeping solution to keep everyone happy 🙌
Catch-the-Rabbit | Catch-the-Rabbit
Compromise with a dedication drawing to make everyone happy 🙂
paredesk | paredesk
Encouraging comment suggests fun family project for budding illustrator 👍
vechey | vechey
