This Is a Good Story

As the narrator relates the tale of Hero and Heroine, the protagonists of a story set in Setting, a young girl draws away, providing the accompanying illustrations. The narrator however, is often unsatisfied with her artwork, and in a meta-fictional twist, directs her to improve this scene and that, until finally they end up with a good story. Or do they...?

Anyone familiar with the work of picture-book author Adam Lehrhaupt will recognize the blend of meta-fictional fun (think: Warning: Do Not Open This Book!) and instructional narrative (seen also in: Wordplay) to be found in This Is a Good Story. The entertaining tale is paired with colorful, fun artwork by French illustrator Magali Le Huche, while the author's afterword includes all show more the terms, from protagonist to climax, that a young would-be writer needs to get going. Recommended to anyone who enjoys more meta-fictional picture-books, and to those looking for children's tales which explains some of the basics, in terms of how to structure a story. show less