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Freelance Like a Pro: Hard Truths That Will Make or Break Your Career
This no-nonsense guide isn’t here to sell you a dream. It’s here to help you navigate the reality of freelancing.
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Create Your Own You Wouldn’t Want To Be... Book Workshop for School Kids
Engage young minds with You Wouldn’t Want To Be... book workshop! Kids explore history, creativity, and teamwork by making their own book
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Beyond Fairytales: Writing Innovative Narratives for the Next Generation of Readers
Once upon a time, a long time ago storytelling for children was dominated by magical kingdoms, brave knights, and fire-breathing dragons.
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A Ghost in My Own Books: The Existential Adventures of a Schrödinger’s Cat/Author
In this strange business of ours, where we live and die by names, what irony to find myself suddenly nameless. A refresh, they called it.
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How Do I Protect My Intellectual Property as a Children's Book Author?
Once your creative work is out there in the world, how do you ensure that your intellectual property (IP) is properly protected?
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An Egg is a Dream: How Ideas Need to Be Nurtured
The Fragility of Ideas
At the heart of this metaphor ‘An Egg is a Dream’ is the whimsy of fragility. an idea starts small and grows.
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Exploring the Magic: Creating Immersive Settings in Children's Books
Young children are remarkabl visual readers. They can absorb busy scenes and bold, simple images with the same ease.
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Behind the Pages: Shirley Willis on Art & Story
Shirley Willis Salariya has worked in a variety of art styles and always embraced experimentation.
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How Do I Handle Difficult Topics in Children's Books?
Difficult topics have always been part of the mix. From the loss of a parent in "Bambi" to the themes of war and displacement.
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The Art of Rejection: How to Use 'No' as Your Launchpad for Success
Most people encounter rejection in various forms throughout their lives, whether in small, everyday situations or more significant moments.
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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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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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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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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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Essential Steps for Getting Your Children's Picture Book Published
People who work with children aren't usually considered to be less skilful than those who do the same work with adults, so why is it the...
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