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CKRelations

07-31-2005, 06:31 PM

Hello,

I am an author interested in submitting my idea for a Childrens' Picture book to an agent or publisher.

Could anyone provide a website or resource where I can find guidelines for submitting a proposal or query, specifically for a childs picture book? Also any listings of agents that represent childrens picturebook authors would be greatly appreciate.

Thank you for all your help. I hope to hear from you soon.

KimJo

07-31-2005, 06:54 PM

Try the Children's Writers and Illustrators Market (CWIM), which is available in most bookstores or at Amazon.com.

If memory serves, the 2006 edition will be available sometime in August; since it's updated yearly, it would be a good idea to wait for the new edition.

Jens22

07-31-2005, 11:34 PM

There's a book by Olga Litowinsky called It's a Bunny-Eat-Bunny World which is mostly about the children's book publishing industry, but has an excellent section on writing and submitting picture books.

stormie

08-01-2005, 03:46 AM

A very few first time authors of PB's are able to get an agent. Agents usually take on someone with at least one PB under their belt that's been pubbed by a traditional publisher.

Your best bet is to look for a book publisher first. As Kimjo said, CWIM is the best place to start, or go to a book store or library and find a book that lists the latest children's publishers. Usually you can cross-reference their guidelines online.

And always remember: You shouldn't pay them to publish your work, they pay you. That's a traditional publisher.

Good luck!

Susie

08-01-2005, 09:41 PM

Hi, CK, I know of two websites that are great for children picture book writers. One is www.verlakay.com and the other is www.write4kids.com Hope that helps.

stormie

08-02-2005, 01:03 AM

I agree with Susie (Hey, Susie!):hi:

Those two web sites have great info.

luv2writestuff

08-02-2005, 04:51 AM