Children's Book Writer

Book Reviews
Recommended foundational titles of interest to writers of children's books.  Updated January 22, 2009

Resources
Recommended reads in genres including general picture books, early readers, concept books, wordless picture books, chapter books, YA novels.  Rules for newly formed critique groups.  Techniques for picture book and novel writers.  Tips on how to create promotional bookmarks.  Tips on how to develop a book trailer. A sample marketing plan. Tips and helps for school visits. School Visits Resources updated October 29, 2010.

Templates
Templates for cover letters, query letters, book proposals, a simple marketing plan, press kit, work-for-hire packet, character interview, lists for fantasy writers. Book trailer tracksheet. Income and Expense Spreadsheet. School Visit Memorandum of Understanding. Book Order Form for School Visits. Project calendar for 2013 and 2014. Updated May 19, 2013.

Links
Useful links of interest to children's book writers. Checked January 1, 2013.

Writing Prompts Archive
An archive of past writing prompts from the old blog.  Updated July 11, 2009.

About This Site - updated July 11, 2011