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Four common mistakes new children’s writers make – and how you can avoid them
I’ve read a LOT of children’s book manuscripts during my career – I’m guessing the number would be at least in the high hundreds. Many of...
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How to write the best picture book
What characterises a typical picture book? It’s short. It has most likely been created with small children in mind, many of whom may not...
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Top 5 secrets to standing out in the slush pile
As an editor working for a well-regarded picture book publisher, I’ve seen hundreds of submissions from hopeful authors. Some stand out...
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