Interested in writing a children’s book? Tips on how to get started.
Step One The biggest accomplishment of any writer’s journey to becoming a published author is not landing a publishing contract. It’s finishing writing your book. Because, duh, without getting that… Read More »You’ve Written a Book–Now What?
My heart is full to bursting—I’M GOING TO BE A PUBLISHED AUTHOR! I thought it was impossible, but here is proof that miracles can happen–with a lot of help from … Read More »How I Got My Picture Book Deal
Okay, I just have to start by saying–I CAN’T BELIEVE I GET TO WRITE A “How I Got My Agent” POST!! Ahem. Sorry. It’s just that reaching this milestone is… Read More »How I Got my Agent
When I mention to people that I write children’s books, I can often count on one or two reactions (sometimes both!): Wow, that’s so cool! I’ve always wanted to write… Read More »Want to Write for Children–But Have No Idea How to Start?
There have been many times I have struggled to adhere to the “write everyday” practice. I mean, I often have work projects that require me to compose words into some… Read More »How to Brainstorm Ideas for Your Children’s Book
As I sat and read, the knot in my stomach kept growing. I was reading a children’s book about a band of cute rabbit-like animals called pikas that were on… Read More »Want to Be a Children’s Author? You Need This One Thing First