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If you know me at all, you know that school visits are one of my absolute favorite parts of being a children’s book author. The hugs, the high fives, the curious questions like “How long does it take to write a book?” and “Do you know Mo Willems?” (yes, that’s a real question I’ve been asked)… I live for this stuff.

Not just royalties. But smart money moves. Tiny financial shifts that make a big difference. And most of all, let’s talk about building stability—one choice at a time.

These days, I might find out I hit a bestseller list while I’m cleaning Play-Doh out of the carpet. Or while one kid is yelling that their banana broke in half and the other is crying because I dared to sing the wrong version of the clean-up song.

Comp title is just short for “comparable title.” It’s an already published book that has something in common with your unpublished manuscript, and including it in your query or cover letter helps the agent or editor understand where your book would sit on the shelves of a bookstore, or what readers would be likely to purchase your book.

...it's critical that you take the time to learn the genre and it's unique expectations before you dive in.

At a recent conference, someone sat down across from me and said, “I wrote a picture book, but it got too long—so now I’m turning it into a young adult novel.” This wasn’t a one-off comment. When I asked more questions, I realized: they had no idea that middle grade was a thing. They didn’t know what chapter books were, either. And they definitely didn’t realize that a picture book isn’t just a book with pictures. That moment is exactly why I wrote this post. Because I’ve bee

I've had a few people reach out to me asking about how I was able to get 100+ Amazon book reviews in just 5 days for my book, Scribbaloo and the Color Cruncher. So, I would like to share with everyone my journey and what I focused on, so that it may benefit others.

When you’re writing a picture book, one of the most important things you can do is understand where your book fits in the marketplace.

ere are so many ways to make money as an author that don’t involve hitting refresh on your Amazon sales dashboard every five minutes.

Vendor events - like craft fairs, holiday festivals, and conferences - can be great places to sell books and market yourself as a local auth

Thousands of writers are searching for their perfect critique group match, just like you.

If you’ve ever dreamed of creating a children’s book that captivates young readers and stands out in the competitive world of publishing, this event is for you. Whether you're taking your first steps as an author or you’re ready to refine a manuscript for publication, this conference will provide unparalleled insights, practical skills, and opportunities to ask your burning questions to industry professionals. What Is a Writers’ Conference? Writers’ conferences are immersive

Everyone has different reasons for writing, and different visions of success…and they are ALL valid. But different reasons for writing mean

The publishing world is full of rags to riches stories. But, is it still possible to break into publishing if you don’t have any money?

Here’s a round up of my favorite FREE writing contests and challenges for children's book authors.