Resources for Children's Book Writers and Illustrators
Comprehensive Information
Society for Children's Book Writers & Illustrators
Writing, Illustrating, and Publishing Children's Books: The Purple Crayon, Harold Underdown
Courses
Books on the Craft of Writing
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Publishing Children's Books - Harold Underdown
Writing Irresistible Kidlit - Mary Kole
How to Write a Children's Book and Get It Published - Barbara Seuling
Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded Edition - Ann Whitford Paul
Pitch Contests, Scholarships, Mentorships
A number of pitch events for authors & illustrators have stopped operating or are in a state of flux as they reevauate the platform they will use going forward. For 2024, I recommend SavvyAuthors Pitchfest which is held in March and October.
Scholarships, Grants, and Mentorship Programs
12x12 Picture Book Challenge Scholarship
Highlights Foundation Scholarships
PB Rising Stars Mentorship Program
SCBWI (must be a member)