Small Publishers

 Here are some tips to evaluate a smaller publisher.

https://subitclub.com/2018/08/07/evaluate-small-publishers-like-a-pro/

Authentic Characters

 Authentic Characters help your readers connect to your story.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2023/09/write-authentic-characters-and-connect-with-readers/

Rule of Three

 The rule of three is a classic structure for picture books.

https://tracymarchini.com/publishing-thoughts-and-writing-advice/try-three-times-and-fail-a-quick-breakdown-of-traditional-picture-book-structure

Character Change in Picture Books

 How do you show character growth within the limited word count of picture books?

https://kidlit.com/picture-books-that-show-character-change/

Writing Children's Books

 Here are ten tips for writing kids' books.

https://www.alicekuipers.com/10-tips-for-writing-childrens-picture-books/

Plotting

Where in your story should you begin to figure out your plot--beginning, middle, or end?

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/where-should-you-start-plotting-your-story/

Lampshading

 Lampshading in writing is when you call out attention to to cliche or contrived element, particularly in dialogue.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2023/09/writing-techniques-use-and-abuse-of-lampshading/

Rhyming Nonfiction

 Here are some tips to using rhyme when writing nonfiction.

https://www.rhymedoctors.com/house_calls/jennifer-bernes-tips-on-writing-rhyming-nonfiction

Subtext

 What is subtext and how can you use it in your story?

https://lauriewallmark.blogspot.com/2023/09/stages-of-writing.html

Book Blurbs

 How do book blurbs work and are they a worthwhile part of marketing?

https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/books/a44948120/book-publishing-broken-blurbs-system/

Picture Book Elements

 What are the parts that make up a picture book?

https://thewritelife.com/write-picture-book/

Newletters

 Here are some tips to building your newsletter list.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2023/09/the-best-free-marketing-tool-the-world-in-your-head/

Children's Poetry

 How do you write a collection of poems for children and get it published?

https://www.highlightsfoundation.org/2022/09/01/writing-poetry-for-children-how-to-begin-how-to-get-published/

Scene Openings

 Here are some tips to ensure a smooth opening for your scenes.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2023/09/strategies-for-smooth-scene-openings/

Stages of Writing

 Here are six stages of writing, including the dreaded "bang your head against the wall."

https://www.childrensbookacademy.com/the-blogateers/the-6-stages-of-writing

Activist Picture Books

 How to write an activist picture book without being didactice.

https://kathytemean.wordpress.com/2023/09/07/opportunity-mira/

Picture Book Biographies

 What makes a picture book bio stand out?

https://lernerbooks.blog/2023/05/what-makes-a-picture-book-bio-stand-out.html

Multiple Storylines

 Do all your multiple storylines work?

https://janefriedman.com/making-multiple-storylines-work-in-your-novel/

Chracter Relationships

 You can think of the relationship between your characters as another character in the story.

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/character-relationships/

Researching STEM Topics

 Here are five steps to research for your STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) book.

http://nancycastaldonaturespeak.blogspot.com/2019/12/researching-stem-kidlit-welcome-guest.html

Read to Improve Your Writing

 How to read with intent in order to elevate your writing.

https://janefriedman.com/how-to-read-to-elevate-your-writing-practice/

Humorous Picture Books

 Kids love reading funny books.

https://www.rebeccacolbybooks.com/2019/01/show-them-the-funny-writing-humorous-picture-books/

Rhyming Mistakes

 Avoid these five mistakes when writing in rhyme.

https://www.athomeauthor.com/post/rhyme-writing-mistakes

Author Blogs

 How can your author blog add to your website?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2023/08/maximizing-your-author-websites-potential-with-blogging/

Author Notes and Afterwords

 What is typically included in an author note or afterword?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2023/08/book-parts-and-better-engagement-anatomy-of-an-afterword/

Verse Novels

 What is a verse novel and how do you revise it?

https://www.underdown.org/acquisition-process.htm

Acquisitions

 How has the acquisitions process changed through the years?

https://www.underdown.org/acquisition-process.htm

Writing From All Sides

 It's important to see all the elements of your story through different eyes.

https://nerdychicksrule.com/2016/06/13/a-black-belts-guide-to-writing-the-eyes-must-see-all-sides/

Cliches

 It's easy to fall back on cliches in your writing, but resist the urge.

http://resourcesforchildrenswriters.com/

Picture Book Length

 Picture books are short, so tighten up your manuscript.

https://www.joshfunkbooks.com/lesson-2