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Publishing Books Simultaneously in Spanish and English for Children
Children's

Publishing Books Simultaneously in Spanish and English for Children

By Ana EulateApr 28, 2022
Paula Merlán: On Inspiration in Nature
Interviews

Paula Merlán: On Inspiration in Nature

By Robert Lee BrewerMar 14, 2022
How to Make Tough Topics for Adults Into Experiences for Children
Children's

How to Make Tough Topics for Adults Into Experiences for Children

By Alphabet RockersFeb 3, 2022
3 Big Tips for Writing a Children’s Picture Book Like a Pro
Children's

3 Big Tips for Writing a Children’s Picture Book Like a Pro

By Diana MurrayOct 16, 2021
So You Wrote a Picture Book, Now What?
Children's

So You Wrote a Picture Book, Now What?

By Christine EvansOct 8, 2021
3 Ideas for Increasing the Diversity of Children's Home Libraries
Children's

3 Ideas for Increasing the Diversity of Children's Home Libraries

By Sailaja JoshiAug 27, 2021
Where Are the Toxic Families in Children's Books?
Writing for Children & Young Adults

Where Are the Toxic Families in Children's Books?

By Christina WymanAug 3, 2021
5 Ways to Add a Refrain to Your Picture Books (and Why You Should)
Children's

5 Ways to Add a Refrain to Your Picture Books (and Why You Should)

By Christine EvansJul 29, 2021
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Sell My Work

Mango & Marigold Press: Market Spotlight

By Robert Lee BrewerJun 7, 2021
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Writing for Very Small Children: Finding the Story

By Amy JonesMar 26, 2020
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Publishing Insights

The Dos and Don'ts of Making School Visits: A Writer's Survival Guide

By Alex WoolfOct 18, 2019
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Character

How I Wrote My Son As the Hero of His Own Adventure Novel

By John PeragineApr 24, 2019
Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded Edition
Children's

Building Picture-Book Characters: 5 Elements You Need to Know

By Ann Whitford PaulFeb 5, 2019
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Interviews

Brad Meltzer on Research, Rejections, and More

By Jess ZafarrisJan 23, 2019
How to Pitch a Picture Book | Children's Book
Writing Articles

How to Pitch a Picture Book: Secrets for Breaking Into a Growing but Competitive Market

By Lara PerkinsDec 7, 2018
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Children's

Writing Scary Stories & Horror for Kids: 4 Lessons from Goosebumps Author R.L. Stine

By Kerrie FlanaganOct 30, 2018
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Children's

Using Kids and Parents as Beta Readers for Children's Fiction

By Guest ColumnSep 27, 2018
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Writing Habits and Practices

Encouraging Young Writers: Why You Should Set Aside Time to Read and Write With Kids

By Guest ColumnApr 13, 2018
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Writing Techniques

5 Lessons Writers Can Learn from Ferdinand the Bull

By Guest ColumnDec 27, 2017
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What's New

7 Things I've Learned so Far, by Julie Falatko

By Chuck SambuchinoNov 23, 2016
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5 Tips on Writing & Illustrating Children’s Books From Debbie Ridpath Ohi

By Brian A. KlemsOct 3, 2016
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What's New

How I Got My Literary Agent: Victoria Coe

By Chuck SambuchinoSep 21, 2016
MORE-IGAMI. Text copyright © 2016 by Dori Kleber. Illustrations copyright © 2015 by G. Brian Karas. Reproduced by permission of the publisher, Candlewick Press, Somerville, MA.
What's New

Should You Follow the Siren Song of a New Idea?

By Chuck SambuchinoJul 5, 2016
Simple Steps to Write, Raise Funds, and Publish a Children's Book
Children's

28 Simple Steps to Write, Raise Funds and Publish a Children’s Book

By Guest ColumnJan 24, 2014