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Kidlit Distancing Social #4 – Ask Us Anything! w/Laura Backes & Jon Bard

In this week’s info-packed Kidlit Distancing Social, Laura answers a slew of your questions about writing and publishing children’s books.

Kidlit Distancing Social #2 – Opportunities in Magazine Writing w/Kerrie Flanagan

In this week’s Kidlit Distancing Social, Kerrie Flanagan, author of Writer’s Digest Guide to Magazine Article Writing, joins us to discuss current opportunities in the magazine writing market, and share her process for developing story ideas.

Children’s Writing FAQ #3: Can I Send My Manuscript to More Than One Editor or Agent at a Time?

Our third Frequently Asked Question by beginners is “Can I Send My Manuscript to More Than One Editor or Agent at a Time?”. Read on for the answer and links to excellent free information…..

Children’s Writing FAQ #2: Do I Need to Copyright My Work?

Our second Frequently Asked Question by beginners is “Do I Need to Copyright My Work?”. Read on for the answer and links to excellent free information…..

Children’s Writing FAQ #1: Do I Need an Illustrator for My Picture Book Manuscript?

Our first Frequently Asked Question by beginners is whether an author needs to provide illustrations for a picture book manuscript that’s submitted to a publisher. Read on for the answer….

How to Publish a Children’s Book, Part 1 – Understanding Children’s Book Categories

  The first step in knowing how to publish a children’s book is to understand the basic categories of children’s books and how they apply to your writing. Picture books, easy readers, chapter books, middle grade books and young adult novels each have their own sets of rules. In Part One on How to Publish […]

How to Publish a Children’s Book: Part 2 – Learn How Children’s Book Publishers Work

     Part Two of How to Publish a Children’s Book takes you inside a publishing house to explain exactly how books are selected, edited and published. This is true inside information that will give you a big edge in getting your children’s book published.   View How to Publish a Children’s Book Part 1 […]

How to Publish a Children’s Book, Part 3 – Understanding How Self-Publishing Works

In the final part of How to Publish a Children’s Book, Children’s Book Insider Publisher Laura Backes explains exactly how self-publishing works. This is vital information for those looking to directly put their work into the hands of children and teens around the world.

9 Reasons Why Magazine Writing May Be Perfect For You

How to Deal with Critical Feedback on Your Work

As a writer, it’s hard to get far without feedback. But how do pros handle feedback that is less than enthusiastic? Here’s how to do it….