Writing Children's Books For Dummies
2nd Edition
Published on 30. November 2012
384 pages
978-1-118-46002-3 (ISBN)
Description
Everything aspiring authors need to write, publish, and sell achildren's book
Everyone loves a children's book--and many dream aboutwriting one. But is it actually possible for an unpublishedwriter--armed with a good story idea and a love ofkids--to write, sell, publish, and promote a book? Yes, itis!
Clearly and concisely written with straightforward advice and aplethora of specific up-to-date recommendations, WritingChildren's Books For Dummies provides step-by-step informationon everything aspiring children's book authors need toknow--from researching the current marketplace to developingstory ideas, strengthening writing skills, dealing with editors,and submitting proposals and manuscripts to agents andpublishers.
* Updated and improved writing exercises
* All new content on social media and establishing an onlinepresence as an author
* Fresh, updated content on publishing via hard copy and all thee- platforms
From setting down that first word on paper to doing a successfulpublicity tour, Writing Children's Books For Dummies givesyou the confidence and the insiders' know-how to write and sell thestory you've always wanted to write.
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Lisa Rojany Buccieri | Peter Economy
Writing Children's Books For Dummies
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Lisa Rojany Buccieri has written and ghostwritten more than 100 children's and grown-up's books, both fiction and nonfiction, including board books, picture books, and young adult series. Peter Economy is a bestselling author, coauthor, and ghostwriter of more than 55 books, including several For Dummies titles.
Content
Introduction 1
Part I: The ABCs of Writing for Children 5
Chapter 1: Exploring the Basics of Writing Children'sBooks 7
Chapter 2: Delving into Children's Book Formats and Genres13
Chapter 3: Understanding the Children's Book Market 49
Part II: Immersing Yourself in the Writing Process 65
Chapter 4: Setting Up Your Workspace 67
Chapter 5: Starting with a Great Idea 73
Chapter 6: Researching Your Audience and Subject 89
Part III: Creating a Spellbinding Story 107
Chapter 7: Creating Compelling Characters 109
Chapter 8: The Plot Thickens: Confl ict, Climax, and Resolution131
Chapter 9: Can We Talk? Writing Dialogue 143
Chapter 10: Setting the Scene 157
Chapter 11: Finding Your Voice: Point of View and Tone 169
Chapter 12: Writing Creative Nonfi ction Books 189
Part IV: Making Your Story Sparkle 205
Chapter 13: Editing and Formatting Your Way to a Happy Ending207
Chapter 14: Creating Pictures from Your Words: The World ofIllustrations 233
Chapter 15: Finding Feedback and Encouragement 249
Part V: Getting Published and Promoting Your Book 265
Chapter 16: Getting an Agent to Represent You 267
Chapter 17: Finding the Perfect Publisher and Signing a Contract283
Chapter 18: So You Want to Self-Publish? 299
Chapter 19: Donning Your Publicity Cap 313
Chapter 20: Getting Savvy with Social Media 327
Part VI: The Part of Tens 341
Chapter 21: More Than Ten Great Sources for Storylines 343
Chapter 22: Ten Recognitions Children's Authors Dream ofReceiving 351
Index 353
