Openings

We know how important your opening is, so make it the best you can. #KidLitTips

http://writersinthestormblog.com/2017/07/how-to-make-a-grand-opening/

Facebook Pages and Groups

Here are some best practices to take advantage of Pages and Groups in Facebook. #KidLitTips

https://www.janefriedman.com/facebook-pages-groups/

Software for Writers

From productivity apps to spreadsheets, software can help you write your manuscript. #KidLitTips

http://thewritepractice.com/best-book-writing-software/

Beyond the Manuscript

Assuming an editor likes your manuscript, what other factors enter into the decision whether or not to publish it? #KidLitTips

https://editorsays.com/2017/07/19/beyond-the-manuscript/

Book Giveaways

What is the best way to hold a book giveaway to get the most marketing value from it? #KidLitTips

http://muffin.wow-womenonwriting.com/2017/07/tips-for-holding-book-giveaway-contest.html

Twitter Hashtags

Connect with other authors on twitter by using these hashtags. #KidLitTips

https://nowastedink.com/2017/07/14/author-hashtags-for-twitter/

Setting

It's worth your time to outline your settings before you start writing. #KidLitTips

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/4-reasons-outline-settings/#

E-Newsletters

E-Newsletters are a great way to keep in touch with your readers. #KidLitTips

http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/there-are-no-rules/youve-got-mail

Building an Author Website

Follow these ten detailed steps, and you'll end up with an author website. #KidLitTips

http://thewritepractice.com/building-an-author-website/

Freelance Editors

Do you need to hire a freelance editor to get published? #KidLitTips

http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/freelance-editors-fit-todays-publishing-landscape

Writing STEM Picture Books

This handout from Melissa Stewart gives links to many resources on writing picture books about STEM (science, technology, engineering, math). #KidLitTips

http://celebratescience.blogspot.com/2017/07/scbwi-handout-writing-stem-picture-books.html

Social Media Mistakes

Ten things you shouldn't do on social media. #KidLitTips

https://blog.bufferapp.com/social-media-mistakes

Picture Book Tips

If you're new to writing picture books, you'll find these ten tips helpful to get you started. #KidLitTips

https://nowastedink.com/2017/06/21/infographic-brainstorming-plans-for-writers/

Brainstorming

There are many ways to brainstorm ideas, and this infographic shows some of them. #KidLitTips

https://nowastedink.com/2017/06/21/infographic-brainstorming-plans-for-writers/

Attending a Conference

Ways to keep your conference experience in perspective. #KidLitTips

https://kathytemean.wordpress.com/2017/06/28/5-tips-for-conference-attendees-by-jennifer-reinharz/

Character Description

Stephen King gives six tips for describing your characters. #KidLitTips

http://thewritepractice.com/character-description/?hvid=1QVCbJ

Writing Picture Books

Here are twelve lessons from Josh Funk on how to write picture books. #KidLitTips

https://www.joshfunkbooks.com/resources-for-writers

Getting Published

Here's an overview of the steps you need to follow to get your book published. #KidLitTips

https://www.janefriedman.com/start-here-how-to-get-your-book-published/

Revise and Resubmit

Now that you've received a request to revise and resubmit, what should you do? #KidLitTips

http://www.adventuresinyapublishing.com/2017/06/literary-agent-intern-tracy-golds-step.html#.WfTxk2hSxlZ

Make Your Writing More Visual

Help your readers visualize your story by using these tips to make your writing more visual. #KidLitTips

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/4-reasons-written-fiction-must-visual/#

What Does an Agent Do?

Everything! An agent does much more for your writing career than getting a publication contract. #KidLitTips

https://cleliagore.com/2016/03/17/the-many-roles-of-an-agent/

Theme

The theme is the underlying meaning of your story. #KidLitTips

http://writershelpingwriters.net/2017/06/theme-the-marrow-of-your-story/

Researching an Agent

Not every agent will be a good fit for you and your writing. #KidLitTips

https://blog.nathanbransford.com/2017/06/how-to-research-literary-agent.html

Description

How much description is too much? #KidLitTips

http://writersinthestormblog.com/2017/05/does-description-work-for-your-reader-or-against-them/

Starting a Blog

How to launch a blog with your book in mind. #KidLitTips

http://www.writersdigest.com/online-editor/launch-blog-book-mind

Flashbacks

When you have a switch in time in your novel, it's not always a flashback.  

http://writershelpingwriters.net/2017/09/is-it-a-flashback/

Blurbs

Don't waste your one chance of getting a blurb before you have a contract for your book. 

http://jetreidliterary.blogspot.com/2017/09/4-reasons-asking-for-blurbs-before-you.html

Out of Your Control

There are many parts of the publishing journey that are completely out of your control.

http://dankoboldt.com/author-control-in-publishing/

Permissions

When do you need permission to quote someone in your writing, and how do you go about getting it? 

https://www.janefriedman.com/sample-permission-letter/