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Understanding Literary Vs. Commercial Picture Books
When youâre writing a picture book, one of the most important things you can do is understand where your book fits in the marketplace.
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Why Itâs So Hard to Get a Literary Agent Right NowâAnd Whatâs Changed
If youâve been querying literary agents lately and feel like youâre shouting into a void, youâre not alone. Itâs not your imaginationâgetting a literary agent has always been tough, but in todayâs publishing landscape, itâs harder than ever. So whatâs going on? Why does it feel like every ânoâ is coming faster, and every âyesâ is even more elusive? Letâs break down whatâs changed, what that means for you, and how you can adapt. 5 Reasons it's Harder Than Ever to Get a Literar
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Make Money As A Writer: Additional Income Streams Beyond Book Royalties
ere are so many ways to make money as an author that donât involve hitting refresh on your Amazon sales dashboard every five minutes.
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3 Essential Resources for Writers Who Mean Business
Today, I want to share three of my favorite resources for writers that I use almost dailyâtools I couldnât imagine running my author busines
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How To Write A Query Letter (With Example!)
A query letter is the first piece of your writing a literary agent will read, so itâs important to get it right!
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The Big List: What To Pack For Your Next Book Event
Vendor events - like craft fairs, holiday festivals, and conferences - can be great places to sell books and market yourself as a local auth
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Meet Maggie Jamerson! (Author Success Stories)
Welcome to our latest Author Success Story! Our featured author, Maggie Jamerson, is an educator and children's book author...
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Finding Your People: 7 Steps To Starting Your Own Critique Group
Thousands of writers are searching for their perfect critique group match, just like you.
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2026 Picture Book Creatorâs Conference: A Virtual Event You Canât Miss!
If youâve ever dreamed of creating a childrenâs 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 youâre 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 Writersâ Conference? Writersâ conferences are immersive
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Publishing on Amazon (How to Sell Your Book There!)
If you've written a book and plan on self-publishing, you might wonder how to actually get your book on Amazon.
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Do Traditional Publishers Really Take Care Of Marketing?
One of the biggest myths about traditional publishing is that a traditional publisher will take care of all of the marketing for you.
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13 Publishing Jobs and What They Do
From acquisitions and editing to design and publicity, there are many rewarding career paths in publishing that don't involve writing
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