Catalogue of Resources for Creating Children’s Books
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How do you write a children’s book? Where do you get the ideas for a good story? How do you proceed from a great idea to a book?
I’ve gathered for you all the books and tips I’ve written dealing with these issues.
Enjoy!
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Top Advice:
Buy a good book on writing books for children. Here is one by Ann Whitford Paul
Join SCBWI – It’s critical!
Join KidLit411. and visit their website for tons of information and instruction. There are mountains of information and insight on Harold Underdown’s website, THE PURPLE CRAYON.
Read current and classic children’s books. What makes them work? Use them to inspire your own writing.
Find a critique group, at least at your level.
Attend conferences and sign up for Zoom webinars. Especially free ones.
Keep working and don’t give up.
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Find a critique group, at least at your level.
Attend conferences and sign up for Zoom webinars. Especially free ones.
Keep working and don’t give up.
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Use 48create to come up with new ideas for stories.
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Do I feel for your characters? Empathy is key.
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What Is 48create? – With Dr. Alon Amit
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Mel’s Ten Tips On Writing a Children’s Book
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Mel’s Ten Tips On Writing a Children’s Book
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Mel’s Ten Tips On Publishing Picture Books Online
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Mel’s Ten Tips On How To Tell A Good Story
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Making Magic Happen With Ourboox
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Mel’s Ten Tips On Creating A Title For Your E-Book
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Create Your Own Book in Minutes
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Mel’s Ten Tips For Creating And Sharing Books On Ourboox
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Ourboox Is A Great Platform For Teachers And Students
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Mel’s Ten Tips For Self-Publishing: Get Published Now!
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Mel’s Ten Tips On Writing a Children’s Book
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Published: Aug 1, 2016
Latest Revision: Mar 6, 2024
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