The Everything Guide to Writing Children's Books

How to write, publish, and promote books for children of all ages!

Part of Everything®
Foreword by Peter Abrahams

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About the Book

Writing for kids is fun and rewarding--if you can break into the fiercely competitive world of children's book publishing. With this guide, you'll learn how to write and promote a children's book that will impress any publisher. Whether you have a basic idea or a manuscript ready to go, you'll find all you need to build a successful career as a children's book author.

This clear and concise guide helps you:
  • Formulate an original idea, create an outline, and write the book
  • Learn the basics of children's storytelling, from point of view to story pacing
  • Find helpful writing workshops and conferences
  • Design a winning book proposal, get an agent, and negotiate a contract
  • Create a marketing and publicity plan
  • Use professional and social networking sites to promote your book
Full of eye-opening insider information and invaluable writing advice, this book should be on every aspiring author's bookshelf!

About the Authors

An Adams Media author.

Series with Books by the Authors

Luke Wallin

Eva Sage Gordon

Product Details

  • Publisher: Everything (December 18, 2010)
  • Length: 304 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781440505508

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