Writing Children's Books For Dummies

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.