Do you want to learn how to write for children? The Institute of Children's Literature has taught hundreds of thousands of aspiring writers, and the director of ICL is the host of Writing for Children. Bestselling children's author Katie Davis focuses on the craft of writing for children: how to write a children's book, how to write for children's magazines, how to get paid, and get published. There are listener questions, with answers from the experts at the Institute, plus hard-to-find resources and links included in every week's show notes. If you want to learn about how to get into children's publishing, Listen!
Writing for Children
Claim This Podcastby Institute for Writers
4.7(185 reviews)
100 episodes
Updated Inactive
Accepts GuestsHas SponsorsLocation 🇺🇸
Podcast Overview
Do you want to learn how to write for children? The Institute of Children's Literature has taught hundreds of thousands of aspiring writers, and the director of ICL is the host of Writing for Children. Bestselling children's author Katie Davis focuses on the craft of writing for children: how to write a children's book, how to write for children's magazines, how to get paid, and get published. There are listener questions, with answers from the experts at the Institute, plus hard-to-find resources and links included in every week's show notes. If you want to learn about how to get into children's publishing, Listen!
Language
🇺🇲
Publishing Since
4/19/2019
1 verified contact email on file for Writing for Children
Pitch yourself as a guest, propose sponsorships, or reach out directly to the host.
Recent Episodes
May 21, 2021
Industry Insider Tips with Hannah Holt | Writng for Children 244
<p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt;">AN INTERVIEW WITH HANNAH HOLT</span></strong></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">In this rebroadcast, we talk with Hannah Holt, a children’s author with an engineering degree. Her books, <em>The Diamond & The Boy</em> (Balzer+Bray) and <em>A Father’s Love</em> (Philomel) weave together her love of language and science. When not reading or writing, you can find Hannah running marathons and hiking mountains.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">We talk about</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Biggest misconception writers have about getting an agent and/or a book deal</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Advice for prepublished writers</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Hannah’s surveys: what she learned, how she used the input.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">How she created and researched a picture book about her grandfather</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Questions about “bare bones” publishing, indie, and traditional publishing.</span></li> </ul>
May 7, 2021
Four Ways to Learn to Love Nonfiction | Writing for Children 243
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>FOUR WAYS TO LEARN TO LOVE NONFICTION</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Many writers view nonfiction as less: less creative than fiction, less fun than fiction, less interesting to kids than fiction, and definitely something they want to do less often. Some will accept the possibility of writing a little nonfiction to break into publishing, but do not like the idea of doing it steadily. For many, they want to do the important work of fiction.</span><br /> <span style="font-size: 14pt;"> </span><br /> <span style="font-size: 14pt;">But nonfiction is important. Especially now. Kids love nonfiction, and it's an important teaching tool in support of school curriculum. And nonfiction can offer children something that can help them long after the book is closed: an appreciation of the value of well-researched, accurate facts. That's why we're bringing this rebroadcast to you today.<br /></span></p> <p> </p>
April 23, 2021
Launching a Story from a Title | Writing for Children 242
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>LAUNCHING A STORY FROM A TITLE</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Chances are you fall into one of two camps when it comes to titles: You either love creating them or you dread trying to think up something clever that will catch a reader’s eye. Thanks to Jan Fields, today we’re going to have some fun creating titles. So much fun your new titles just might launch a new story.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"> </span></p>
100 total episodes available
Similar Podcasts
Discover related shows you might enjoy
Deep-dive analytics for Writing for Children
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- What is Writing for Children?
- How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates inactive.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 2 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
Legal Disclaimer
Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.
All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.
We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.
By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.