Journey to KidLit - How to Write & Publish Books for Kids
Brooke Van Sickle
36 episodes
2 months ago
What does it really take to publish—and market—a children’s book today?
In this special conversation, Frances Gilbert (Editor-in-Chief at Doubleday Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Random House) shares her journey as both an editor and an author. From her first picture book, Go, Girls, Go!, to her upcoming I’m Dreaming of a Pink Christmas, Frances pulls back the curtain on what it’s like to pitch, publish, and promote books at every level of the industry.
Inside this sneak peek from our Kidlit Academy live session, you’ll hear:
✔️ How Frances became both an editor and a published author
✔️ Why even big-house authors still have to market their own books
✔️ How small publishers can give authors unique advantages
✔️ Tips on submitting across the US, UK, and international markets
Whether you’re just starting your children’s book journey or preparing to publish, Frances’s story will give you both encouragement and clarity about what’s ahead.
✨ Want access to the full interview and future live sessions with editors, agents, and kidlit pros?
👉 Join us inside Kidlit Academy: https://journeytokidlit.com/kidlit-academy
💬 COMMENT your biggest takeaway from Frances’s story!
👍 LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more conversations with kidlit industry experts.
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What does it really take to publish—and market—a children’s book today?
In this special conversation, Frances Gilbert (Editor-in-Chief at Doubleday Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Random House) shares her journey as both an editor and an author. From her first picture book, Go, Girls, Go!, to her upcoming I’m Dreaming of a Pink Christmas, Frances pulls back the curtain on what it’s like to pitch, publish, and promote books at every level of the industry.
Inside this sneak peek from our Kidlit Academy live session, you’ll hear:
✔️ How Frances became both an editor and a published author
✔️ Why even big-house authors still have to market their own books
✔️ How small publishers can give authors unique advantages
✔️ Tips on submitting across the US, UK, and international markets
Whether you’re just starting your children’s book journey or preparing to publish, Frances’s story will give you both encouragement and clarity about what’s ahead.
✨ Want access to the full interview and future live sessions with editors, agents, and kidlit pros?
👉 Join us inside Kidlit Academy: https://journeytokidlit.com/kidlit-academy
💬 COMMENT your biggest takeaway from Frances’s story!
👍 LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more conversations with kidlit industry experts.
#childrensbooks #kidlit #picturebooks #publishingtips #childrensbookauthor #editorinterview #writingtips #bookmarketing #kidlitcommunity #amwriting #authortube #bookwritingtips #writingadvice #writeforkids #selfpublishing #traditionalpublishing #picturebookauthor #kidlitacademy #bookpromotion #writingforchildren #howtowriteabook #bookediting #editortips #publishingadvice
3 Must-Have Ingredients for a Successful Children’s Book (Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners)
Journey to KidLit - How to Write & Publish Books for Kids
6 minutes 37 seconds
7 months ago
3 Must-Have Ingredients for a Successful Children’s Book (Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners)
Have you ever wanted to write a children’s book — one that’s not only beautifully written but also something publishers want to buy and readers can’t wait to read? If that’s you, you’re in the right place today.
Because I’m going to share the 3 essential ingredients every successful children’s book needs — and these are the same things that finally helped me go from unpublished and frustrated to award-winning author and publisher. Listen now!
LINKS FOR TODAY'S EPISODE:
* Get the FREE template: https://journeytokidlit.com/get-the-template
* Join Kidlit Academy: https://journeytokidlit.com/kidlit-academy
Journey to KidLit - How to Write & Publish Books for Kids
What does it really take to publish—and market—a children’s book today?
In this special conversation, Frances Gilbert (Editor-in-Chief at Doubleday Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Random House) shares her journey as both an editor and an author. From her first picture book, Go, Girls, Go!, to her upcoming I’m Dreaming of a Pink Christmas, Frances pulls back the curtain on what it’s like to pitch, publish, and promote books at every level of the industry.
Inside this sneak peek from our Kidlit Academy live session, you’ll hear:
✔️ How Frances became both an editor and a published author
✔️ Why even big-house authors still have to market their own books
✔️ How small publishers can give authors unique advantages
✔️ Tips on submitting across the US, UK, and international markets
Whether you’re just starting your children’s book journey or preparing to publish, Frances’s story will give you both encouragement and clarity about what’s ahead.
✨ Want access to the full interview and future live sessions with editors, agents, and kidlit pros?
👉 Join us inside Kidlit Academy: https://journeytokidlit.com/kidlit-academy
💬 COMMENT your biggest takeaway from Frances’s story!
👍 LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more conversations with kidlit industry experts.
#childrensbooks #kidlit #picturebooks #publishingtips #childrensbookauthor #editorinterview #writingtips #bookmarketing #kidlitcommunity #amwriting #authortube #bookwritingtips #writingadvice #writeforkids #selfpublishing #traditionalpublishing #picturebookauthor #kidlitacademy #bookpromotion #writingforchildren #howtowriteabook #bookediting #editortips #publishingadvice
