Writing For Children

Everything you need to create a bestselling Picture Book, Storybook, Middle Reader or Young Adult Novel!

What you'll learn
Explore the different types of Picture Books and Storybooks
Discover the difference between Emergent Readers and First Chapter Books
Learn what content belongs in a Middle Reader
Analyze popular themes in children's fiction
Discover the difference between Story and Plot
Discover the market for children's nonfiction
Create your story idea using Dramatic Elements as a foundation
Learn to build a compelling character children will relate to
Discover the successful way to sell your book to a publisher
Explore the lucrative world of self-publishing both physical and ebooks
Discover wonderful marketing techniques that will make your book sell
Requirements
Open to everyone with a passion for children's literature!
Description
Children's books are fun to read, and delightful to write. Share yours with a child, grandchild or the public, by discovering the way to write compelling children's literature in the exciting, hands-on course. Whether your goal is a picture book, storybook, middle reader or young adult novel, this course provides all the tools you need to succeed. You'll discover the joys of all these different children's genres: Picture Books Concept Books Storybooks Emergent Readers First Chapter Books Middle Readers Young Adult Novels The course introduces you to great fiction and nonfiction children's books for all ages. Step by step, you'll learn and practice: What Makes Great Children's Literature The Difference Between Story and Plot Dramatic Elements for Great Fiction Character Building Tips for Polishing Your Work Once you've created your book, you'll learn how to: Find a publisher or agent Capitalize on the lucrative world of self-publishing Market your book for fun and profit! In addition to the lessons, the course offers extensive supplemental materials, including reference lists of great children's books in all categories, and more than a hundred links to web resources vital to any children's author. Whether this is your first children's book or you're an experienced author looking for new techniques, Writing for Children has what you need to get your idea published. Enroll now!

Overview

Section 1: Exploring Children's Literature

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Picture Books

Lecture 3 Emergent Readers

Lecture 4 First Chapter Books

Lecture 5 Middle-Grade Readers

Lecture 6 Young Adult

Lecture 7 Nonfiction

Section 2: Writing Your Own Children's Book

Lecture 8 Plot vs. Story

Lecture 9 Story Patterns

Lecture 10 Dramatic Elements in Children's Literature

Lecture 11 Editing

Section 3: Getting Into Print

Lecture 12 Finding a Publisher

Lecture 13 Self-Publishing

Lecture 14 The Business of Writing

Lecture 15 Next Steps

Authors and Illustrators who want to create inspiring children's books