Writing Picture Books: What Editors Want First-Time Authors to Know

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Welcome to Writing Picture Books: What Editors Want First-Time Authors to Know. The following 11 lessons will help guide you through ideating, writing, revising, and publishing your best picture book!

Self-Guided Course Content

Lesson 1: What Makes Picture Books Stand Out?
Lesson 2: The Reason Your Story Exists
Lesson 3: Your Main Character
Lesson 4: Structure & Emotional Arc
Lesson 5: Hook, Surprise & Emotional Resonance
Lesson 6: Show, Don’t Tell
Lesson 7: The Music of Language: Rhythm, Rhyme & Read-Aloud Flow
Lesson 8: Pacing, Page Turns & Visual Thinking
Lesson 9A: Editing and Revision
Lesson 9B: Paths to Publication
Lesson 10: Bringing Your Book to Life