What is a Sensitivity Reader and Why Would I Need One?
by Jean Daigneau
Even though everybody loves a winner, what sometimes garners the most press is the bad news. In the world of children’s book…
How One Man’s Simple Idea Changed the Way the World Reads
Is it possible for one “regular” person to truly change the world? To bring hope and connection to millions?
When Todd Bol built a…
Traditional Writer Versus Indie Writer
by Tracy Bryan
When a writer — whether a traditional writer or an indie writer — imagines a story, they usually can’t wait to bring…
Why I Write Teen Books with Diverse Characters
by Michael J. Bowler
As a high school teacher for twenty-five years, I primarily taught kids of color. And yet, in the books and stories…
We Need More Diverse Books!
by Tracy Bryan
I am a relatively new children’s author, but from where I stand, (way down here looking up) there seems to have been a…
Terrified by Marketing? Then Don’t. Do This Instead…
I get it. You’re a writer, not a marketer. You’re not excited by the notion of “hawking your wares” or “pushing your book”. You think that,…
The Shortcut to Writing Stardom
by Laura Backes
Admit it, haven’t you wished that authors could be “discovered” just like old-time movie stars? You’re sitting in a…
Kindle Picture eBooks Are For Real – and Here’s Proof
When Amazon released their Kindle Kids Book Creator software back in September, we jumped on the opportunity to create a full “how to” course on…
Interactive eBooks for Kids Put the Readers in Control
by Alice Kuipers
Time for my latest confession (I seem to get into confessional mode when I write for you at writeforkids.org –…
How to Change the World as a Children’s Book Writer
At writeforkids.org, we’ve talked about the revolution taking place in publishing today. No longer do you, as an children’s book writer, have to wait…
Top Editor Emma Dryden on Working with Editors and Acting Professionally
Emma Dryden is one of children’s publishing’s most accomplished editors, having worked on hundreds of books for young readers, including board…
Blow as Deep as You Want to Blow: Jack Kerouac on the Art of Writing
In the late 50’s, Allen Ginsberg asked his friend Jack Kerouac to explain his concept of “spontaneous prose”. Kerouac responded with a…
How One Top Young Adult Author *Really* Feels About Social Media
Guest post by Alice Kuipers
Psst. Let me tell you a secret. I probably shouldn’t tell you this because I’m supposed to be good at…
Travel the World (Virtually) To Give Your Children’s Book a Great Setting
Ever wish you could give your book’s setting that “you are there” feeling, but can’t afford the plane ticket to do the in-person research?…
Top Editor Emma Dryden on Hot Children’s Book Trends & How to Connect with Teens
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Emma Dryden is one of children’s publishing’s…
10 Declarations for the 21st Century Children’s Author
It’s time for a fresh start.
For the moment, forget apps and ebooks. Forget query letters and page counts. Let’s focus…
A Top Editor on What Children’s Writers Must Know to Succeed Today
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Emma Dryden is one of children’s publishing’s most…
Write Stories for Kids That Teach… Not Preach
Here at WriteForKids, we’re committed to helping you impact the lives of children around the world with your work. What’s the best way to write…
The World Is Now Ours. A Children’s Writing Vision for the 21st Century
Laura and I have been teaching people how to become successful children’s authors for close to 25 years. It’s a rich and wonderful way to…
