Do you want to write for children? I can help.
As a children’s book author myself, I know how hard it is to break into children’s publishing. How can you stand out? It’s not magic, but it does require your most polished story and an awareness of the special requirements of the children’s market.
An Editor with Experience
As a freelance writing coach, I have critiqued and edited countless stories and books for the children’s market. I am also an instructor for the Institute of Children’s Literature and a frequent speaker at writers' conferences with an expertise in plotting and story structure.
A Writer Who Understands
I have sold ten children’s books, both picture books and novels. I respect the hard work it takes to create even the first draft. But I want that work to pay off for you. My goal is to help you realize your vision with publishing in mind. I am experienced in all aspects of the publishing process and can address submission, agent and marketing issues, as well.
Fees
PICTURE BOOKS: $150 -- includes line-editing (word suggestions, places to cut, grammatical and stylistic issues) and a separate written critique related to story structure, character development, voice, theme and appropriateness for the genre.
EARLY READERS: $200 -- includes line-editing (word suggestions, places to cut, grammatical and stylistic issues) and a separate written critique related to story structure, character development, voice, theme and appropriateness for the genre.
NOVELS: $300 — I read as much of your novel as I can in about two hours (80-100 pages), then provide feedback on major elements such as character development, story structure, voice, theme and appropriateness for the genre.
You can pay me through Pay Pal or by check. You can send me your manuscript via e-mail or snail mail. Please be sure to include your name with payment and an self addressed, stamped envelop to:
Bonny Becker
PO Box 15268
Seattle, WA 98115
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