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How To Plan A Virtual Book Tour in 8 Steps
Let’s face it, carrying copies of our books around in the trunks of our cars may be as close as some of us will ever get to a physical...


9 Book Marketing Ideas (That Won't Cost You a Dime!)
As children's book authors, we all know how important marketing is. But if you're just starting out and you don't have a large budget, it...


How to Illustrate a Children's Book When You're Not an Artist
When you've decided to write a children's book, it's easy to wonder how to actually get the art for the book. If you're an artist, then...


Where (+ How) To Find A Literary Agent
With the rosters of literary agencies changing almost daily and Google full of scam artists and dead ends, just finding an agent who’s open to submissions feels like an impossible game of hide and seek. Luckily, I’ve played this game before, and I can show you where to look!


Best Apps for Authors
When it comes to writing and publishing children's books, there are tons of online tools out there to help you achieve your goals. In...


Freelance vs. Acquisitions: 2 Different Types of Editors
The word “editor” can mean very different things to different people in the publishing world - and often it depends on who you’re talking to


4 Reasons Your Children's Book Isn’t Selling
In this blog post, I'm going to talk about the top 4 reasons why your book isn't selling. And most importantly, how to fix that!


How to Write a Children's Book with No Experience
If want to write a children's book, but don't have any experience, don't worry! In this article, we'll give you some tips on how to get started and point you in the right direction for finding more information. Here's how to write a children's book: 1. Read lots of children's books To write a children's book, you need to familiarize yourself with the basics. This includes understanding what makes a good story for children, as well as learning how to write for a younger audie


The Secret to Sell More Books
Whether you're a new author or you've been published for a while, at some point you may wonder how to sell more books.


20 Legitimate Children's Book Publishers That Accept Unagented Submissions
When you've decided on the traditional publishing route, the next step in the process is to query agents or book publishers directly


How to Find a Publisher for Your Children's Book - The Exact Steps!
If you're a children's book author with a completed manuscript, the next step is to find a publisher.


How to Run Social Media Ads for Books
Running social media ads can help you increase your following, get more book sales, and expand your email list.
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