Picture Book Pacing

 Pacing is what separates a flat picture book from a story that practically reads itself out loud.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/what-i-wish-everyone-knew-about-picture-book-pacing/

Authentic Characters

 Authentic characters act like real people.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/07/the-key-to-writing-authentic-characters/

Setting

 How do you amp up your story's setting?

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/07/amp-up-your-story-setting/

Author Platform

 What is an author platform and how do you create one?

https://janefriedman.com/author-platform-definition/

Chapter 1

 What should be in the first chapter of your novel?

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2025/07/where-to-start-chapter-1-in-a-novel

Picture Book Pagination

 Should you paginate your picture book manuscript in your submission?

https://debbieohi.com/2022/06/pagination/

Unexpected Characters

 How do you create characters who aren't perfect and kids find relatable.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/the-unexpected-hero-how-to-create-main-characters-kids-want-to-cheer-for/

Picture Book Characters

 Kids love characters that defy expectations.

https://katiedavis.com/blog/craft-and-writing/cranky-crocodiles-brave-brussel-sprouts-why-character-contradictions-work/

Nonfiction Openings

 How to start your nonfiction book with a bang.

https://insights.bookbub.com/how-to-start-nonfiction-book-bang/

Marketing and Publicity

 Your publisher will attempt to both market and gain publicity for your book.

https://literaticat.tumblr.com/post/717762381507330048/very-little-of-what-was-mentioned-in-my-marketing