Children’s Writers Course Curriculum
If you are new to children’s writing, you may feel like there is a lot to learn.. and there IS! There are some good courses available through providers like the Institute of Children’s Literature and Writer’s Digest University. The issue with these courses for most writers is their cost. You can teach yourself all you need to know about writing children’s books by purchasing books used to teach writing skills.
If you’d like a less expensive route, and are capable of self-teaching, the following books are recommended for consideration:
The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Publishing Children’s Books, 3rd Edition
Writing with Pictures: How to Write and Illustrate Children’s Books
Elements of Fiction Writing – Beginnings, Middles & Ends
Creating Characters Kids Will Love
The Plot Thickens: 8 Ways to Bring Fiction to Life
Make a Scene: Crafting a Powerful Story One Scene at a Time
Writing Active Setting: The Complete How-to Guide with Bonus Section on Hooks Box Set
How to Write Dazzling Dialogue: The Fastest Way to Improve Any Manuscript
The Writer’s Guide to Queries, Pitches and Proposals
Best of luck with your writing and I hope this site, the tips within, and the resources we’ve provided will help you further your career as a children’s writer.
Happy Submissions!
Sandy
Also, please note: I am an author, not a publisher nor an agent, so I do not accept submissions of any kind. Neither do I make recommendations regarding where to submit your manuscript. I wish you the BEST of luck in your publishing endeavors.
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Excellent advice, Sandy.