Chapter Books
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Between picture books and middle grade are early readers and chapter books - the first books that children read by themselves.
Good Websites
Chapter Book Challenge - run by author Rebecca Fyfe, this is a challenge to write a chapter book draft in March of each year. The site provides loads of articles and resources as you do this.
Good Articles
Writing Chapter Books - by Kathy Temean, tips on writing in this category
Earning Money in the Early Reader and Chapter Book Market, by Nancy Sanders
The Early Reader and Chapter Book Market by Mary Kole
The Difference Between Chapter Books and Middle Grade
The Education Market and Chapter Books
Resources for Writing Chapter Books
"How to Write for the Educational Market, Pt. 1"
Editor Jen Arena's Expert Advice on Writing Chapter Books
Writing for Reluctant Readers
Is it an Animal, Vegetable or Early Chapter Book?
I Have a Chapter Book Idea. Now What?
Tips for Writing a Story that Editors will Love
Is Your Picture Book Actually a Chapter Book? Five Ways to Find Out by Hillary Homzie
Writing a Chapter Book Series that An Agent Will Love by Jordan Hamessley
How to Turn an Idea Into a Chapter Book Series
Early Readers
New for New Readers: What (Exactly) IS an Early Reader?
Courses
The Chapter Book Alchemist presented by The Children's Book Academy. Instructors are the amazing Dr. Mira Reisburg and children's book author, Hillary Homzie.
Work for Hire
Work for Hire: The Joys and Challenges from One Writer's Perspective
Tips for Writing for the Education Market
Writing Chapter Books by Cayuga Island Kids Author Judy Bradbury
Early Readers
New for New Readers: What (Exactly) IS an Early Reader?
Courses
The Chapter Book Alchemist presented by The Children's Book Academy. Instructors are the amazing Dr. Mira Reisburg and children's book author, Hillary Homzie.
Work for Hire
Work for Hire: The Joys and Challenges from One Writer's Perspective
Tips for Writing for the Education Market