When middle-grade author Laura Martin traditionally published her critically acclaimed book series Edge of Extinction , she didn't know much about book marketing. She also didn't have a lot of time to dedicate to promoting her books as a busy mom. Learning...

When former English teacher and middle-grade author Laura Martin started writing her story about dinosaurs, she didn't want to get sidetracked by research. She knew there was a vast amount of information available on the topic that could easily distract...

As a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, author Diane Z. Shore has had the opportunity to interact with other authors through her local chapter. The SCBWI is a professional organization for writers and illustrators of...

When bestselling children's author Sheri Fink happened upon her first book idea, she didn't know anything about the publishing world. She had attended a writing conference for a friend and ended up using the advice and information for herself once...

Award-winning, bestselling author Derek Taylor Kent started writing children's books when he was in his teens. Inspired by Dr. Seuss, he created whimsical worlds in lyrical rhyme and tried to recruit his mother, who was a professional illustrator at...

Listen to children's authors Andy & Bernice Tate as they discuss the idea that writing a book is an opportunity to contribute to a larger purpose. They speak to the importance of using humor in children's books to engage and empower children. Click...

Listen to children's authors Andy & Bernice Tate as they discuss the idea that writing a book is an opportunity to contribute to a larger purpose. In this interview, they speak to the importance of using humor in children's books to engage and empower...

Children's book buyer and editor Tegan Tigani discusses common mistakes that she sees with children's book authors.

Children's book buyer and editor Tegan Tigani discusses common mistakes that she sees with children's book authors. Click here to play this audio clip

Award-winning children's author Hayley Rose has found success by being passionate about her work and by being professional, genuine, and kind. She advises new writers to be sure to write for themselves first. Rose also recommends new writers take advantage...