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The ESSENTIAL GUIDE to PUBLISHING for CHILDREN

2017

WELCOME TO THE BOOK: THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO PUBLISHING FOR CHILDREN.

This book is the crown gem of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators publications. It contains virtually all the information you will need about writing and illustrating for the children's book market. It will help you chart your creative work from inception all the way through the process of publishing and marketing.

THE BOOK includes the latest market reports, articles on social media, discussions of emerging publishing options, and up-to-the-minute directories of everything from agents to book reviewers to relevant blog sites. Time-sensitive material contained in THE BOOK is updated regularly on our website, .

The SCBWI staff takes great pride in presenting you with this invaluable tool that will optimize your career, whether you are already well published or a newcomer to the field. Use it as your primary reference and workbook.

Don't hesitate to contact us if you have any remaining questions. We wish you great success in the children's book field and hope that THE BOOK will guide you along your creative path.

With all best wishes,

Lin Oliver | Executive Director

Stephen Mooser | President

EXECUTIVE EDITOR: Kim Turrisi ASSISTANT EDITOR: Kayla Heinen COVER DESIGN, MANAGER ILLUSTRATION & DESIGN: Sarah Baker INTERIOR DESIGN: Meagan Bennett

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2017, SCBWI THE BOOK: THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO PUBLISHING FOR CHILDREN. ? 2017 SOCIETY OF CHILDREN'S BOOK WRITERS & ILLUSTRATORS. Published by Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, 4727 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 301, Los Angeles, California 90048. Printed and bound in the United States of America. All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any electronic or mechancial means including information storage and retrieval systems without written permission from the publisher. This publication is intended for the personal use of SCBWI members only. It may not be used, sold or lent for any purpose, commercial or otherwise.

CONTENTS

PREPARING & SUBMITTING YOUR WORK

Benefits of SCBWI Membership........................ 5 From Keyboard to Printed Page........................ 9 The Query Letter............................................ 13 The Synopsis................................................. 15 SCBWI Illustrators Guide................................. 17 Jumpstart Your Creative Career........................ 23 Putting Together a Prize-Winning Portfolio........ 25 Creating Picture Book Dummies....................... 27 De-mystifying Digital Dummies........................ 29 You're Hired to Illustrate Your First Childrens Book: What Comes NEXT?................... 31 From the Editor's Desk.................................... 33 Starting a Critique Group................................. 37 The Give & Take of Critique.............................. 39 Mentoring Matters......................................... 43 Self-Publishing: Best Practices......................... 45 The Wild West of Self-Publishing...................... 49 Hiring an Illustrator for Your Self-Published Book....................................... 51 What the Heck is an Informational Book?.......... 53

MARKET SURVEYS

2017 SCBWI Market Survey Publishers of Books for Young Readers............................. 57 International Market Survey............................. 85 Edited By..................................................... 87 Small Press Market Survey............................... 99 Magazine Market Guide................................... 109 Religious Press Market Survey.......................... 123 Educational Press Market Survey....................... 129

DIRECTORIES & RESOURCES

Agents Directory............................................ 139 Agented By .................................................. 155 Freelance Editors Directory.............................. 161 A-Z Guide to Publishing in the Digital World....... 167 Book Producers Directory................................ 169

Book Reviewers Directory................................ 173 International School Directory......................... 187 Writing & Illustration Courses Directory............. 189 From Idea to Execution................................... 197 Essential Reference Books on Writing & Illustrating for Children & Teens....................... 219 Grants, Fellowships, Residencies, and Retreats... 225

PUBLICIZING YOUR PUBLISHED WORK

1,000+ Ways to Promote Yourself and Your Books.................................................... 231 Grassroots Book Publicity................................ 235 Keeping Your Book Alive................................. 237 Resources for Published Authors & Illustrators..................................... 241 Principles for Using Social Media Effectively....... 245 7 Steps To Blogging Success............................ 249 International Bloggers.................................... 253 RIP for the Press Release?? Not So Fast!............ 255 Fifty-two Kidlit Blogs to Visit Before You Die............................................... 257 All About Book Trailers................................... 261 Crafting Your Book Marketing Plan.................... 265 Pal Speaking Opportunities.............................. 267

SCHOOL VISITS

Doing School Visits in the United States............ 271 Guide to International School Visits.................. 275 Sample Lecture Contract.................................. 277 Public Speaking Primer................................... 279

LEGAL QUESTIONS

Copyright Facts for Writers.............................. 283 SCBWI Sample Children's Book Contracts............ 287 Archiving Your Work....................................... 302

MY WORK

My Projects................................................... 306 Submission Record......................................... 310

BENEFITS OF

SCBWI MEMBERSHIP

by Lee Wind

T he Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators is here to help you with your craft, aid you in the business of having a successful career in children's literature, keep you inspired, give you opportunities to advance on your journey as a writer and/or illustrator, and embrace you in the community of people just like you--those of us who love creating works for children and teens!

CRAFT Feedback & Accountability! ?? Your local chapter can help you find writer and/or illustrator peers so

you can join (or form) a critique group. ?? Voice, Plot, Character, Setting, Book Dummies, and More! ?? Local and international events offer sessions on the nuts and bolts

of writing and illustrating for children and teens. Learn From Experts! ?? DVD Master Classes, exclusive podcast interviews, and conference

intensives take you further towards mastering your craft.

BUSINESS Sell Your Books! ?? Our new online bookstore links readers to where you want them to

buy your books. Agents, Editors & Art Directors! ?? Meet and get your work in front of industry decision-makers and

gatekeepers at local and international events. Book Launch Parties! ?? Celebrate your book being published across all social media with a

Book Launch Party on our website.

INSPIRATION Author & Illustrator Stars! ?? Newbery, Caldecott and National Book Award Winners, New York

Times Bestsellers, lifetime achievement honorees . . . Faculty at our conferences are astonishingly accomplished. Profiles, Ideas, Craft Book Reviews, Art Tips & More! ?? All SCBWI Bulletin articles and features are searchable online and at your fingertips.

Keynotes That Rock Your World! ?? It happens at every International Conference. That moment

(sometimes more than one!) that resonates so powerfully, it inspires you for the journey ahead.

OPPORTUNITY Speakers Bureau! ?? We help you find out what you need to know to do school visits and

help schools find you. Get Discovered! ?? With over twenty different categories of annual Awards and Grants,

plus critiques, contests and illustrator showcases at local and international events, membership is loaded with merit-based chances for your work to be noticed. Be Mentored! ?? Mentoring programs and professional critiques are all about helping you get your writing and/or illustrating, and your career, to the next level.

COMMUNITY Your Tribe! ?? With over eighty regions around the world--wherever you go, SCBWI

is there, too. Your Tribe Online! ?? Newly merged with Verla Kay's famous Blueboards, our discussion

boards can keep you connected and talking about kid lit around the clock and around the world! Volunteer Opportunities! ?? With over 23,000 members, SCBWI runs on volunteer power. Pitching in is a great way to give back, make new friends, and feel like you belong to our tribe. Because you do.

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