{"product_id":"writing-childrens-books-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Writing Children's Books for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eLisa Rojany\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003ePeter Economy\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCreate the next very hungry caterpillar, big red dog, or cat in the hat with a hand from this trusted guide\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eWriting Children's Books For Dummies, \u003c\/i\u003eyou'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 \u003ci\u003eFor Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the book, you'll learn about: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe fundamentals of writing for children, including common book formats and genres, and the structure of the children's book market\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreating a spellbinding story with scene description, engaging dialogue, and a child-friendly tone\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePolishing your story to a radiant shine with careful editing and rewriting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaking the choice between a traditional publisher, a hybrid publisher, or self-publishing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUsing the most-effective marketing and publicity techniques to get your book noticed\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfect for anyone who's ever dreamed of creating the next Ferdinand the Bull or Grinch, \u003ci\u003eWriting Children's Books For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential, easy-to-read guide for budding children's authors everywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClaim your spot on bookstore shelves \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAs an aspiring children's book author, there's a lot you need to know, and \u003ci\u003eWriting Children's Books For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is here to guide you. We start you off on the right foot with insider advice for writing compelling characters, spellbinding stories, and snappy dialogue. Learn where to find and how to make the most of good feedback, and then get your polished work out there. We take you through it all, including updated advice on how to choose and approach an agent or traditional publisher, when to consider hybrid- or self-publishing, and how to use social media to find readers. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside... \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat you need to know about the children's book market\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTips for crafting a good book idea\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNavigate the world of illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhy you should edit and edit again\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to land a traditional publisher\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAll about hybrid- and self-publishing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to make your work stand out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLisa Rojany\u003c\/b\u003e is a writer and publishing professional. Lisa has her own company, Editorial Services of L.A., for writers of fiction and nonfiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeter Economy\u003c\/b\u003e is a \u003ci\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e best-selling business author and ghostwriter with more than 125 books to his credit, including multiple \u003ci\u003eFor Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e titles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 432\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.94 x 9.2 x 7.48 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 10, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51759503999264,"sku":"9781119870012","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/7b67ae9565aa1662857ec0e244bc2cb4.webp?v=1780154718","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/writing-childrens-books-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}