Comments for Colossal Directory of Children's Publishers

Comment on Finding A Literary Agent by Sandy

Sandy — Tue, 01 May 2018 00:00:27 +0000

In reply to Dee Hale.

How awesome that two publishers have approached you! That’s great and well WORTH considering. There are benefits to going either way.
It’s good to be aware that a publisher will require a signed contract. So, once you sign a contract, self-publishing is no longer likely to be an option. If you don’t want to take the length of time needed for traditional publishing, it’s worth considering self publishing.

Comment on Finding A Literary Agent by Dee Hale

Dee Hale — Sun, 29 Apr 2018 01:26:00 +0000

Hi Sandy,
Love CBI. . .great people and such a great resource but I must admit, haven’t been active in their online community in a while. Thank you so much for this self-publishing info page and Finding an Agent. So well laid out and helpful.

I’ve been approached by two publishers who want me to be a “contributing author” in the publishing of my first Children’s book, so it does make me think if going traditional takes too long, self-publishing might be an option worth considering.

Comment on Finding the Right Publisher by Sandy

Sandy — Sun, 20 Nov 2016 03:00:19 +0000

In reply to April. GOOD LUCK to you, April!! I hope it goes fabulously. :-D

Comment on Finding the Right Publisher by April

April — Sun, 20 Nov 2016 01:04:16 +0000

Thank you for this wonderful and scary advice and guidelines.

I am attempting my first project and I am excited to finally begin.

Comment on The Art of Writing for Children by Sandy

Sandy — Thu, 14 Apr 2016 01:25:33 +0000

In reply to Tony. It sounds like you've got a great start, Tony. A publisher will professionally edit your book if you decide to go with a traditional publisher. If you self publish, then paying to have your book professionally edited would be wise! I contracted with an editor on eLance and know that Fiverr has editors-for-hire. Good luck with your book! :-D

Comment on Children’s Writers Course Curriculum by Robyn Campbell

Robyn Campbell — Sat, 19 Mar 2016 13:45:17 +0000

Excellent advice, Sandy.

Comment on The Art of Writing for Children by Tony

Tony — Sun, 13 Mar 2016 12:51:09 +0000

My name is Tony Gapper and I live in Ballinrobe, Co Mayo, Ireland. I have recently finished a children’s manuscript, entitled: Percy Panda. My target audience is 7-10 year olds, with a word count of circa 11,000.
I just completed an M.A. (Writing) at NUI, Galway in August 2015, having already published 50 poems and flash fiction.
I am currently looking at both traditional and self-publishing routes. My friends and family are very impressed with the book; and although my wife and I have edited it many times over, as yet, it has not been professionally edited and marketed in readiness for publication.
I am on Facebook, Twitter and have my own website – although it has not got a domain name or web host yet.
Maybe I could email you a taster of my writing.
Any information/advice gladly welcomed.

Much appreciated
Tony Gapper