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The Business of Being a Writer Jane Friedman

Don’t Stop … Believing

May 24, 2025 No Comments

Learning about writing for children is never over. Like teaching, as you work at it, you will learn more. In fact, that aspect of constant learning is one of the best things about the job.

In the past six months, we’ve talked about the business of book publishing and the basics of drafting story. Now it’s time for more information on the all-important work of fixing that story, also known as revision.

young woman writing and organizing her story with sticky notes

Writing Story

March 19, 2025 No Comments

Hello again, Educators! For those of you who want to publish a children’s book, it’s time to talk about story (otherwise known as narrative).

The Book Process

January 19, 2025 No Comments

Once your story is on its way to becoming a book ... this article will focus on the publishing steps of a children’s book from the author’s perspective.

The Main Characters in Publishing

December 14, 2024 No Comments

The main characters within and around publishing companies. These are the people who will help get your book to market and work to make it a success.

The Publishers

November 22, 2024 No Comments

Today it’s time to learn about the publisher. There’s lots to know, so get yourself a beverage and let’s get started!

Know What You’re Writing

October 19, 2024 1 Comment

Last time I wrote about why teachers and other educators often make great children’s writers. Today we are going to make sure you know what you’re writing.

Believe

September 12, 2024 No Comments

I’m going to use this column for a series of articles for educators explaining the basics of publishing your own children’s book but, really, for anyone who wants to hold their own book in their hands.

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