The class begins with an overview of writing for children, the different categories of children's books, popular topics today, what's selling, how to present your own story, dealing with difficult topics, and how to be a better children's writer. I'll also share tips on how prepare your manuscript for publication, writing the compelling query letter, creating a synopsis or outline of the story, finding an agent, working with editors and publishers, what to look for in a contract.
The class begins with an overview of writing for children, the different categories of children's books, popular topics today, what's selling, how to present your own story, dealing with difficult topics, and how to be a better children's writer. I'll also share tips on how prepare your manuscript for publication, writing the compelling query letter, creating a synopsis or outline of the story, finding an agent, working with editors and publishers, what to look for in a contract.
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