Every Fall and Spring, I teach 8-week workshops on Writing Books For Children at Borders Book Shop in Framingham, Massachusetts.
Sessions cover several areas in depth.
You will learn how to write different types of children's books, including concept books, picture books, chapter books, non-fiction, and novels. Elements of style particular to juvenile books will be explained and discussed, as well as what an editor looks for. These techniques include characterization, plot, theme, description and dialogue. Finally, the mysteries of the publication process will be unraveled-from how to target markets, prepare a manuscript, keep track of your submissions, and how to find an agent. We will talk about what constitutes a standard contract, and what clauses can be easily negotiated.