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The Business of Writing for Children: An Award-Winning Authors Tips on Writing Childrens Books and Publishing Them, or How to Write, Publish, and Promote a Book for Kids (9780938497110): Aaron Shepard: Books. BRAVO! I thought it had pretty much all been said, but I was wrong. All the nuts and bolts are here as well as rules that bear repeating, PLUS insights not usually found in how-to books. Clearly and concisely written, this is an invaluable resource for both beginning and more accomplished writers. -- Susan Pearson, Editor-in-Chief, Lothrop, Lee & Shepard Books Aaron Shepard has written one of the most comprehensive guides available to anyone wishing to enter the competitive field of children's books. It's all here, from initial idea to successful sale, and then beyond to the essentials of contracts, promotion, and the ABCs of building a successful career. If you're starting out, start out here. -- Stephen Mooser, children's author Here's clearly-written, no-nonsense help for children's writers by a craftsman. Every fledgling author should own this book. -- Stephen Fraser, Executive Editor, Aladdin Paperbacks The best practical guide for anyone wanting to get books for children published. -- Julie Cummins, former Coordinator of Children's Services, The New York Public Library Aaron Shepard's The Business of Writing for Children is a wonderful resource. His experience-based insights into the art and business of children's writing will save beginning writers years of wasted effort -- and help published writers achieve long-term success. -- Kathleen Duey, children's author The Business of Writing for Children is a one-stop shopping center, a complete how-to-do-it guide for the writer who wants a jump-start on looking professional even though he/she may be turning out a first book. Editors will love you if you do it Shepard's way. -- Audrey Baird, Editor, Once Upon A Time A clear, concise, straight-ahead starting place for a new writer or a newly-published writer. Shepard knows his stuff! -- Jane Yolen, children's author and editor I carry around a file folder of materials which I share with unpublished writers and illustrators. This book is so comprehensive, I plan to replace my file folder with it. Whether you are a novice or a professional, The Business of Writing for Children needs to be in your library. DON'T write a book without it! -- Leslie Tryon, children's author/illustrator The Business of Writing for Children is a clear, concise guide to the often misunderstood field of children's books. No matter what your level of experience -- from beginner to veteran -- there is much to learn from Aaron Shepard's nuts-and-bolts approach to surviving the bunny-eat-bunny world of writing for children. Read it and learn! -- Larry Dane Brimner, children's author Writers attempting to break into the children's book market will thank Aaron Shepard for graciously sharing his own hard-earned knowledge. I am adding this to my list of must-reads for newcomers to the field. -- Margaret Read MacDonald, author and librarian Aaron's book is worth the price just for the wealth of inside information found in the introduction. For the beginner who wants an in-depth overview of the field, or a pro who needs a shot in the arm, this is an excellent choice. -- Dian Curtis Regan, children's author Finally, a thorough, concise overview of the business end of writing for the children's market. This book is a wonderful gift to the budding authors of the world. Aaron has combined great talents for writing and storytelling with smart and informed business practices to create a great career. Now he shares what he has learned, to help others do the same. -- Kip Nead, co-owner, Seeds of Change Children's Bookstore For aspiring writers of picture book fiction and folktales, this is a great introduction to the complicated wo[6380] The Business of Writing for Children outlines the basics in a clear, concise, memorable and easily reference-able way. As such, it's a necessary tool in achieving success. . . . If you're an aspiring and/or struggling children's writer, then you should pick up this book. With The Business of Writing for Children, Shepard has gotten the business down to an understandable science. -- Lynne Remick, Author Showcase (authorshowcase.com) Shepard speaks with the authority of one who has seen nearly twenty books published. -- Penny Peck, BayNews (newsletter of the S.F. Bay Area's Association of Children's Librarians), Feb. 2001 Looks like we all need a copy of Aaron's book. -- Jennifer Stewart, The Write Way, June 11, 2004 ///////////////////////////////////////////////// CONTENTS INTRODUCTIONDangerous Myths and Terrible Truths PART 1 -- THE BASICSWriting Your Story / WriterSpeak #1: Book Categories / Submitting Your Manuscript / WriterSpeak #2: Book Publishers / Negotiating Your Contract / The Publishing Process / WriterSpeak #3: Booksellers / Building Your Career PART 2 -- THE INSIDE STORYScript Your Story! / Words That Make Pictures / Rhythm and the Readaloud / Researching the Folktale / In Praise of Post-its / The Picture Book Query / 10 Ways to Promote a First Book / Promo Pieces for the Children's Author / Info For Author Days APPENDIX -- RESOURCESBooks and Periodicals / Organizations / Online Resources ///////////////////////////////////////////////// SAMPLE Let me begin with a word of caution. If you're thinking of taking up children's writing as a lark or as an easy way to make money, my advice is: FORGET IT. True, there are always those beginning writers who will whip out a children's story, sell it to a publisher on the first try, and wind up with a successful book. But for most of us, entering the profession takes years of practice, self-education, and not a little frustration. And there's more of that AFTER we're published. But if you're serious about writing for children, this book should significantly speed and simplify your professional development. Though not at all meant to be comprehensive, it lays out the basics, points you toward additional resources, and most importantly, provides tips and strategies not commonly found elsewhere. Along with that, it offers detailed looks at some of my own specialties and gives notice of changes being brought by new technologies. The material comes from several sources. Most of the Introduction, Part 1, and the Appendix is based on handouts created for my former classes and workshops on writing for children. Part 2 consists of articles first written for the SCBWI Bulletin and Once Upon A Time. All materials have been updated as needed. Reflecting my own expertise, the focus here is on writing picture book stories and selling them to major publishers. Much of the information, though, will apply to other areas of children's writing as well. I hope this guide will help in your professional and/or personal growth. Good luck, and don't forget to have fun!
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