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Writing Children's Books For Dummies

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Writing Children's Books For Dummies by Lisa Rojany and Peter Economy serves as a comprehensive guide for aspiring children's book authors. The book offers practical advice on developing engaging story ideas, creating memorable characters, and understanding the nuances of writing for young audiences. It also delves into the publishing process, providing insights into marketing and selling your work effectively.
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You might enjoy this book if you're aspiring to write captivating stories for young readers, as it offers practical advice and tips from experienced authors. It provides insights into crafting engaging narratives and understanding the unique aspects of children's publishing. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this resource could be an invaluable guide.

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Create the next very hungry caterpillar, big red dog, or cat in the hat with a hand from this trusted guide.

In Writing Children’s Books For Dummies, you’ll learn what to write between “Once upon a time . . .” and “The End” as you dive into chapters about getting started writing, how to build great characters, and how to design a dramatic plot. On top of the technical writing advice, you’ll discover how talented illustrators work and how to find an agent. The newest edition of this popular For Dummies title even shows you how to choose a publisher—or self-publish—and how to use social media and other marketing and PR to get the word out about your new masterpiece.

In the book, you’ll learn about:

  • The fundamentals of writing for children, including common book formats and genres, and the structure of the children’s book market
  • Creating a spellbinding story with scene description, engaging dialogue, and a child-friendly tone
  • Polishing your story to a radiant shine with careful editing and rewriting
  • Making the choice between a traditional publisher, a hybrid publisher, or self-publishing
  • Using the most-effective marketing and publicity techniques to get your book noticed

Perfect for anyone who’s ever dreamed of creating the next Ferdinand the Bull or Grinch, Writing Children’s Books For Dummies is an essential, easy-to-read guide for budding children’s authors everywhere.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119870012

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 June 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Edition: 3rd edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 185.0mm

Height: 231.0mm

Weight: 567g

Pages: 432

About the Author

Lisa Rojany is a writer and publishing professional. Lisa has her own company, Editorial Services of L.A., for writers of fiction and nonfiction.

Peter Economy is a Wall Street Journal best-selling business author and ghostwriter with more than 125 books to his credit, including multiple For Dummies titles.

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