Children's Writer's World: Confessions of an Introverted Author

Do you keep a log of your submissions?  I'm betting most writers do so.  But, I learned that some writers aren't interested in keep...

When it comes to submitting a children’s book manuscript, you can usually query an agent or a publisher by email.  A few publishers and age...

Usually, I have a pretty tough skin when it comes to rejection.  After all, it is part of the writing life. But one particular rejection sho...

When I receive a nonfiction submission for Kid's Imagination Train, I take a glance at the resources before reading the piece.  Our gu...

The temperatures are dropping in Kentucky and we're sliding into autumn.  It's a nice break from the heat because during the summer,...

What is one of the most important steps you should take when sending a submission to an editor?  Include a proper cover letter with your su...

I ’m sending my multi-award winning picture book manuscript to agents.   In the meantime, I want to begin a new book.   And I’m stuck.   ...