Picture books are a huge and varied category of publishing regarding approach, style, content and audience. Nonetheless, there are certain general tips, strategies and pieces of advice that will make your picture book as good as it can be, giving it the best chance of being picked up by a publisher.
Join picture book author and former publisher Jane Godwin as she shares her experience and expertise in this area and explores key aspects to consider in devising ideas for your next picture book.
You will learn:
- How to develop picture book ideas
- How to pay close attention to language, voice and narrative
- How to work with an illustrator
- How best to submit your work to publishers
About the tutor:
Jane Godwin is the highly acclaimed author of nearly 50 books for children and young people. Her work is published internationally and she has received many commendations, including the 2024 Pixie O’Harris Award for services to children’s literature. Jane was the Children’s Publisher at Penguin Books Australia for over a decade where she developed, championed and worked with many authors and illustrators, producing books for a host of readers.
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