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The inspiration and ideas behind "The Secret Journal of Victor Frankenstein On The Workings Of The Human Body" By David Salariya
The idea of Victor Frankenstein's notebook intrigued me and I started to think about what a student of anatomy would learn 19th Century.
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What's new? What Are the Trends in Children's Book Publishing in 2025?
By the time 'Trends' are spotted - they are probably over or fading - so lets take a look at trends in children's book publishing for 2024.
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How to Place Your Children's Book into UK Schools and Libraries
To get your children's book into UK schools and libraries, ensure high-quality content, gather positive reviews.
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You Wouldn't Want To Be...Series Created and designed by David Salariya in 1999
Back story of the creation and design of the You Wouldn't want To Be an Egyptian Mummy...! series by David Salariya in 1999.
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How Can I Use Social Media to Build a Fanbase for My Children's Books?
Whether you're an established writer or illustrator, or just starting out, leveraging social media platforms can boost your work.
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Publishing for Young Minds: A Guide to Navigating the UK Children's Book Market
To prepare your children's novel for publishing, edit thoroughly, seek feedback from beta readers, and hire a professional editor.
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20 Tips for Writing Dialogue in Children’s Books
For children's book dialogue, use simple, age-appropriate language, keep sentences short, and avoid complex words.
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Book Makers - Behind The Pages: Carolyn Scrace Chooses Her Top Ten Books
Illustrator and Writer Carolyn Scrace chooses her Top Ten Books from her wide portfolio of published work.
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How Do Children's Authors Use Pacing To Keep Young Reader's Engaged?
To keep young readers engaged, maintain a balanced pace by starting with a strong hook, using varying sentence structures.
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Peter Cook Shares Insights Into His Career Spanning Over Four Decades, Working On CD-ROMs And Digital Encyclopaedias.
Peter Cook shares insights into his career spanning over four decades, working on CD Rom and Digital Encyclopaedias.
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Marketing Strategies for Self-Published Children's Books: Unlocking Success in a Competitive Landscape
In today's digital age, self-publishing has become a growing way for aspiring authors and illustrators to bring their stories to life...
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Spectacular Visual Guides
A Step-by-Step Guide To The 'Inside Story' Of ‘The Spectacular Visual Guides’
Series And How To Create a children’s history book series.
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Do Children's Picture Book Publishers Provide Illustrators? : A Guide for Aspiring Children's Book Authors
Children's books are a cornerstone of literature, capturing the imaginations of young readers and shaping their worldviews.
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What Are The Best Font Choices For Children's Book Text?
What Are The Best Font Choices For Text in Children's Books? When it comes to designing text in children's books, every font matters.
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Names are powerful, they act as an identity marker and a kind of map, locating you in time and geography.
As creators of books, we invest not only our time and creativity but also a part of ourselves into our works, for us it is never ‘just a job
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Embracing Imperfections: How 'Wet Paint' Reminds Us of the Beauty in Unfinished Work
Discover how the phrase 'Beware of Wet Paint,' inspired by Marcel Duchamp, reminds us that creativity takes time, imperfections shape growth
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