Laura Backes
Laura Backes publishes Children's Book Insider, the Newsletter for Children's Writers. For info about writing children's books, free articles, market tips, insider secrets & more, visit http://Write4kids.com. Visit the Write4Kids blog for many more articles by visiting http://write4kids.com/blog
Articles by this Author
Writing Children's Books: A Crash Course in Submitting a Manuscript
- By Laura Backes
- Published Thursday 14th 2008
- Writing
- Unrated
While the submission process may feel like second nature to experienced writers, it’s easy to forget that newcomers aren’t aware of the specific procedures And since everyone can benefit from a refresher course now and then, here’s a rundown of the steps:
First, collect addresses of appropriate publishers by perusing market guides like Children’s Writer’s & Illustrator’s Market , industry newsletters such as Children's Book Insider, and looking through similar books at the store or library
How To Write Great Children's Poetry & Rhyming Stories
- By Laura Backes
- Published Sunday 8th 2008
- Writing
- Unrated
Children love rhyme The rhythm of the text, the way the words bounce off the tongue can be especially appealing to young children who are mastering language and reading
