There’s just one thing we can tell you about writing a picture book: there is no one “right way” to do it.
You have a story to tell, and a unique voice with which to tell it.
Maybe you’ve had an idea for a while and want to get started. Maybe you’re looking for a place to find community and hone your craft.
No matter where you are on your journey, we’re glad you’re here. Your story and your picture book can inspire children, and we’d love to help.
Picture Book Resources
Picture Books: To Rhyme or Not to Rhyme
by Diane Murray
Writing Picture Books that Meet Kids Where They Are
by Eileen Robinson
10 Things to Consider When Writing a Picture Book Biography
by Donna Janell Bowman
Finding Story and Character Ideas from Kids (and other lessons from Dear Highlights)
a Webinar with Christine French Cully
Get it Right with Research
by Don Tate
Inspiring Children Through Story
Picture Book Courses and Workshops

First Pages, First Promises: A Two-Night Mini
Starts: September 26, 2023

School Visits: Spotlight on Students and Storytellers
Starts: October 3, 2023

The Crash Course in Children’s Book Publishing (Fall)
Starts: October 4, 2023

Muslim Storytellers: A Crash Course in Children’s Book Publishing
Starts: October 17, 2023

Disability Representation in Books for Kids: A Two-Night Mini
Starts: October 23, 2023

Picture Book Character A – Z
Starts: October 27, 2023

Rainbow Retreat: An In-Community Experience for Creatives
Starts: November 2, 2023

2023 Jewish Symposium: Writing Jewish Novels, Finding Jewish Joy
Starts: November 12, 2023

Marketing Opportunities for Storytellers: A Two Night Mini
Starts: November 28, 2023

Writing Poetry to Empower: A Two-Night Mini
Starts: December 11, 2023