A new UNESCO report declares that 250 million of the world’s 650 million primary school age children cannot read, write or do basic…
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…
Author Sally J. Pla talks about her two middle grade novels and upcoming picture book that feature neurodiverse characters.
Our CBI Insiders are taking the publishing world by storm! Here’s some of what our Children’s Book Insider subscribers are accomplishing (with just a little help from CBI!)
For the self-published author, Amazon is the single easiest and least-expensive way to get your book in front of readers. Amazon Marketing Services offers authors a way to raise their books’ visibility.
Two award-winning children’s authors explain why writing stories that help children feel a range of emotions is the best gift we can give our readers.
She’s authored dozens of books. Now, as she celebrates her 35th year writing, Jane McBride offers her top 35 lessons learned. Enjoy some remarkable insight from a true professional.
by Jane Choate What is new adult fiction? New adult fiction bridges the gap between young adult and adult books. It typically features protagonists between the ages of 18 and 26. The label was first used in 2009 when St. Martin’s Press hosted a contest looking for stories that could be marketed […]
No matter the age of your reader, knowing your audience is key. Knowing their tastes, their needs, their wants, their expectations is vital in penning the kind of stories that will touch their hearts and minds. Jane Choate is here to give you some easy steps to truly understand your readers.
Five minute quiz reveals your personal writing approach! You’ll avoid years of frustration by working with your style, not against it.
There’s more to a writers’ group than just critiquing. Learn about the different types of groups for writers and pick the one that’s right for you!
Our CBI Insiders are taking the publishing world by storm! Here’s some of what our Children’s Book Insider subscribers are accomplishing (with just a little help from CBI!)
For writers, rejection offers two clear outcomes: Discouragement or empowerment. In this article, Jane McBride gives you a step-by-step approach to overcoming rejection and using it to become a stronger, more determined writer.
We present an interview with Kendra Levin, Executive Editor of Viking Children’s Books. It’s an invaluable look inside the work life of an editor that offers some excellent insights for all submitting writers.
Keys to Writing Picture Books tells you:
* Page and word counts for a variety of picture book types
...and much more!
Get the inside scoop on writing middle grade and young adult books, in this exclusive eBook from Laura Backes, publisher of Children's Book Insider
.You'll learn the latest trends in MG and YA... How to deal appropriately with serious issues and adult themes... How to craft plots and write dialogue that speak to today’s teens... What top YA and MG authors have to say about how to get published …and much more!
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