Are You Writing a Picture Book or Something Else? How to Know If Your Idea Fits the Market

EPISODE · Apr 17, 2025 · 20 MIN

Are You Writing a Picture Book or Something Else? How to Know If Your Idea Fits the Market

from Journey to KidLit - How to Write & Publish Books for Kids · host Brooke Van Sickle

Does your picture book manuscript feel too long? 📝 Or maybe you're wondering if it's actually an early reader, chapter book, or something in between? In this episode of the Journey to Kidlit podcast, Brooke Van Sickle tackles: * How long is too long for a picture book * What counts as a complete story with proper pacing * Why pagination matters more than word count * What to do when your book doesn’t have a clear problem or conflict * And how to rework your idea so it’s more marketable (and fun!) Perfect for writers unsure about age ranges, genres, or how to tighten their manuscript. You’ll also hear tips for writing from the right point of view and when to ditch your main character in favor of the reader! 😉 Tune in now and download your FREE Children’s Book Template to get started 👉 https://journeytokidlit.com/get-the-template #kidlit #picturebooktips #writingforkids #childrensbookwriting #kidlitpodcast #writingadvice #kidlitcommunity LINKS FOR EPISODE: * Join Kidlit Academy: https://journeytokidlit.com/kidlit-academy * Get the FREE template: https://journeytokidlit.com/get-the-template

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