Everything you need to know about writing children’s books. From writing your first draft to learning how to query an agent to exploring publishing options, my blog explores the ins and outs of writing for children and the kidlit industry.
Every year, when the holidays roll around, I have people asking me for holiday themed children’s books to share with their kids or classrooms. This year, I’ve decided to make it easy by compiling my Top 5 Favorite Picture Books on Giving and Gratitude just in time for Thanksgiving. Understanding gratitude, and practicing it regularly, […]
I don’t know about you, but I’m super excited to read a bunch of new books in 2018. This year I’ve signed up to do a goodreads reading challenge of 100 books. Now, that might not sound like a lot for a book enthusiast like me, but I love books so much I’ve literally made […]
I do a lot of reading and the list keeps getting longer and longer, but there are some books that have really stayed with me over the years, and you can find them here. I continue to update this list from time to time, so be sure to check back. On Writing Steering the Craft: […]
So you’ve written your first book. You know you want to publish it. You are dreaming of big success! But you also know your manuscript needs a little work. Understanding editorial services and what is available to you is your first step in knowing who to hire before getting your book published. Obviously, you want to hire […]