Genre Guide — Children’s

The number one reason (and possibly the only reason with the state of the current business model) is that you love them. The pictures, the poetry, the capacity to appeal to both the child and the child inside all of us. If that is your focus, you will do well. Even in traditional publishing, advances are normally very small for picture books. Trad publishers face the same expense issues you do, mostly high printing costs, and paying both an author and an illustrator. So, throw profit considerations out the window (it can happen, but it's tough), and do it for the love of the books and the children who read them.

Back to children’s Remember to read the articles in the Essentials section. These cover all the essential skills you’ll need as a self-published author. They are not just for beginners either. They go in depth on how to successfully write, publish, and market your own books. Online Resources 8 other programs to format your children’s ebooks. 8 Tips for formatting your ebook — good description of margins and gutters in this article. Consider joining SCBWI, or going to one of their conferences. They are one of the most supportive professional organizations I have ever been part of. Books to Read...