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Why did I put the word publication in quotation marks? Because this post is for those who want to publish their books for their own personal use. This is a…

A practical guide for first-time picture book authors Submitting your picture book manuscript is a craft and professionalism test rolled into one. With guidance from kid‑lit experts—from experienced advisors like…

Thinking of writing a children’s book? Well, you’re in the right place! Creating a children’s book can be both an exhilarating and rewarding experience, even if it might seem a…

At first I was going to entitle this post, “Shame. Guilt.” Then I thought, “Nah. I’m giving myself a break.” I hope you will too. Boy, have I neglected my…

Brain Burps About Books Podcast #231 A New Storytelling Form Brings History to Life An Interview with Author Entrepreneur Sarah Towle [smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/brainburps/A_New_Storytelling_Form_Brings_History_to_Lif.mp3″ title=”A New Storytelling Form Brings History to…

Brain Burps About Books Podcast #229 Writers, Do You Have a Financial Mentor? An Interview with Todd Tresidder [smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/brainburps/Writers_Do_You_Have_a_Financial_Mentor.mp3″ title=”Writers, Do You Have a Financial Mentor?” artist=”Todd Tresidder” ]…

I’ve been terrified. For the last six months, literally day in and day out, I’ve been working on this course to provide great value to my community. My peeps. The people on…

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Delilah S. Dawson Is Right But also, she is wrong. On April 13 an author (whom I do not know) named Delilah S. Dawson wrote a post that went viral.…

Why I wish I had a time machine. Recently 1,972 questions were submitted to me through a survey and “Where do I start?” was a common––and plaintive––theme. If I had…