Writing Children's Books For Dummies (Peter Economy)
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[b]Create the next very hungry caterpillar, big red dog, or cat in the hat with a hand from this trusted guide[/b] In [i]Writing Children’s Books For Dummies, [/i]you’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 [i]For Dummies[/i] 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. In the book, you’ll learn about: The fundamentals of writing for children, including common book formats and genres, and the structure of the children’s book market Creating a spellbinding story with scene description, engaging dialogue, and a child-friendly tone Polishing your story to a radiant shine with careful editing and rewriting Making the choice between a traditional publisher, a hybrid publisher, or self-publishing Using the most-effective marketing and publicity techniques to get your book noticed Perfect for anyone who’s ever dreamed of creating the next Ferdinand the Bull or Grinch, [i]Writing Children’s Books For Dummies[/i] is an essential, easy-to-read guide for budding children’s authors everywhere.
