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Thoughts on picture book writing, publishing advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and inspiration for writers and readers of all ages.

Why Reading Aloud Is Essential for Child Development: Unlocking Growth, Language, and Joy

Katie Davis February 15, 2026

My mom died last year, and as I wrote the last line of this post, now, 4 months later I suddenly heard her reading my little brother’s favorite book called…

Top 10 Picture Books for Bedtime Reading

Why Banning Children’s Books Hurts Every Child

Katie Davis October 6, 2025

It’s Banned Book Week A World Without Books? Picture this: a classroom where only picture books about farms, puppies, and princes remain. Over time, the shelves grow bare—some books simply…

How to Write a Children’s Book Template: Listen, Aspiring Authors

Katie Davis February 26, 2025

Hey there, fellow aspiring authors! So, you’re dreaming of creating a magical children’s book that will captivate little hearts everywhere, right? Well, you’ve landed in the right place. Let me…

How to Write a Book: A Comprehensive Guide for Aspiring Authors

Katie Davis October 23, 2024

Hey, aspiring authors! I know the idea of writing a book can seem like a huge, intimidating task, but trust me, it’s totally doable with a bit of guidance and…

How to Begin Writing a Children’s Book: A Comprehensive Guide for Aspiring Authors

Katie Davis October 16, 2024

Hey there, aspiring children’s book authors! I’m here today to chat about one of my favorite topics—writing a children’s book. Whether you’re brimming with ideas or just starting out, I’ve…

What is a Bad Title for a Picture Book?

Katie Davis June 7, 2022

Discover the importance of a good title for a picture book and why giving away the ending can diminish the stakes and reader engagement. Learn from an example and get…

What’s the Difference Between an Editor, a Copyeditor, and a Proofreader?

Katie Davis May 5, 2021

Whether you publish your book traditionally or publish it yourself, the best thing you can do for your writing career at this point is to hire an editor, copyeditor, and…

How to Publish a Children’s Book

Katie Davis April 19, 2021

Discover the importance of a good title for a picture book and why giving away the ending can diminish the stakes and reader engagement. Learn from an example and get…

How to Write a Children’s Book

Katie Davis February 28, 2021

If you are interested in learning how to write a children’s book for any age group up to 18-years-old, you are certainly not alone. Over the last two decades, children’s…

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Welcome! I'm Katie Davis, a children's book author with a passion for helping writers bring their stories to life. Here you'll find tips, tricks, and tales from my twenty years in publishing.

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