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Making a Living As a Children's Book Author

Year

2020

Language

ENGLISH

Publication Information

Diana La Counte

Summary

Jump Start Your Career As a Children's Writer! Many years ago, I had the idea for my first picture book. I sat on in for years for one reason and one reason only: I couldn't draw. Like at all! Even my stick figures looked terrible! I hoped one day to be connected with an illustrator, who couldn't write, but one day I decided to stop waiting and start doing! I got proactive and started looking for an illustrator. And, it wasn't as much as I anticipated. I realized that this was something that really could be, done on a budget! This book is twofold: • One, it's for writers like me who need to know how to find an illustrator on a budget • Two, it's for children's writers who are hoping to one day make a living doing this. Let's be clear: This is not an easy career; nor is one you will get rich quick at. But, if you are ready for some hard work, then read on!

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