Journey to Kidlit/Kidlit Publishing 101

  • $997

Kidlit Publishing 101

  • Course
  • 19 Lessons

Ready to publish a children's book but aren't sure how to get started? Take Kidlit Publishing 101 to learn your 3 options for publishing and the first step to take in the option you choose. Sign up now!

Contents

Welcome to Kidlit Publishing 101!
Kidlit Publishing 101 - Workbook
Understanding Your Publishing Options
How to Pitch Your Story Well
Is Your Pitch Ready? Try the Kidlit Pitch Evaluator

Finding an Illustrator

You may have zero plans to illustrate your children's book. However, if you know that children's books almost always involve pictures, you may be wondering . . . well, when do you need to find an illustrator for your children's book?

This section will cover when you need to find an illustrator and the steps to follow before you hire someone.

When to Find an Illustrator
What steps to take before you find an illustrator

Traditional Publishing: How to get started

Now that you've finished watching the videos, learn more and download your extra bonuses. Get started now with the Traditional Publishing Path in this section.

Download the Traditional Publishing Pack
Participate in a Twitter Pitch Party
Get the Query Letter Template
Google Sheet - Submission Tracker Template
Excel Sheet - Submission Tracker Template

Self Publishing: How to get started

Now that you've finished watching the videos, learn more and download your extra bonuses. Get started now with the Self Publishing Path in this section.

Download the Kidlit Self-Publisher's Starter Pack
Sample Story Manuscript
Story Pagination Presentation
Download The Ultimate Guide on Illustrations in Kids' Books

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Congratulations!

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