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Resources on children's publishing: the industry, finances, behind the scenes, and craft books
Webinar
May 7 1 p.m. EDT Publishing Lunch: Brent Taylor, Literary Agent
Get an insider's view of the publishing world with Publishing Lunch, the ultimate speaker series designed for writers ready to thrive. This isn’t just another webinar; it’s your backstage pass to candid conversations with industry pros like literary agents, acquisitions editors, and more. Join us to ask burning questions in real time, or leave your thoughts in advance if you can't make it live—we’ll make sure your voice is heard. Every session is recorded so you can catch the replay when it suits you. This session will also be released as a podcast episode in a few months to give everyone a taste of the action, but only Thriving Writers members and ticket-holders enjoy the full, live experience. Break through the noise in today’s crowded publishing market, and learn from the people shaping the industry, one success story at a time. ($9)
The Truth about Publishing
Everything You Wanted to Know About Book Sales (But Were Afraid to Ask)
How to Make a Living as a Children's Book Author- Hannah Holt
What About No Advance Publishing?
How I Stay Grounded: 7 Realities of Traditional Publishing
Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded: A Hands-On Guide From Story Creation to Publication, by Ann Whitford Paul (Writer's Digest Books, 2018)
Writing Irresistable Kidlit: The Ultimate Guide to Crafting Fiction for Young Adult andMiddle Grade Readers, by Mary Kole (Writer's Digest Books, 2012)
Second Sight: An Editor Talks on Writing, Revising & Publishing Books for Children and Young Adults, by Cheryl B. Klein
Writing Young Adult Fiction for Dummies, by Deborah Halverson. -Although this book is for YA, the information can apply to all genres. Get it.
Recommended Writing Craft Books
Bird by Bird, by Anne Lamott (Anchor Books, 1995).
Self-Editing for Fiction Writers: How to Edit Yourself Into Print, by Renni Browne & Dave King
(Harper Collins 2004)
On Writing, by Stephen King (Scribner Book Company, reissue 2020)
Story Engineering: Mastering The 6 Core Competencies of Successful Writing by Larry Brooks (Writers Digest Books 2011)
Story Genius: How to Use Brain Science to Go Beyond Outlining and Write a Riveting Novel by Lisa Cron (Clarkson Potter 2016)
Save the Cat Writes a Novel by Jessica Brody (Ten Speed Press 2018)
Books for the Visual Storyteller
Picture This: How Pictures Work, by Molly Bang (Chronicle Books, 2000).
Writing With Pictures: How to Write and Illustrate Children's Books, by Uri Shulevitz (Watso-Guptill 1997)
Making Comics: Storytelling Secrets of Comics, Manga and Graphic Novels, by Scott McCloud (Harper, 2006).
Directories of Agents, Publishers, More
The Essential Guide to Publishing for Children: Annual publication from SCBWI available to members with comprehensive listings of agents, publishers, magazines, and information on submissions and publishing.
Book Markets Guide for Children's Writers 2023: market book with info on print and digital publishers
Free Downloads for Writers: from Writers Digest, includes:- How to Impress Literary Agents with Your 30-Second Pitch
- Characterization: Exploring Character Development in Your Writing
- Why a Writer Without a Deadline is Looking for Trouble
- more
Picture This: How Pictures Work, by Molly Bang (Chronicle Books, 2000).
Writing With Pictures: How to Write and Illustrate Children's Books, by Uri Shulevitz (Watso-Guptill 1997)
Making Comics: Storytelling Secrets of Comics, Manga and Graphic Novels, by Scott McCloud (Harper, 2006).
- How to Impress Literary Agents with Your 30-Second Pitch
- Characterization: Exploring Character Development in Your Writing
- Why a Writer Without a Deadline is Looking for Trouble
- more