The essential guide to writing for children.

Huge numbers of people want to write for children, but it is notoriously difficult to find a publisher in this increasingly comeptitive area. This inspiring and practical guide from acknowledged expert on children's publishing Louise Jordan, will show you how to make your work stand out from the crowd and appeal to commissioning editors, and, of course, your intended audience.

"Jordan doesn't just tell the prospective children's writer what to do - she provides insightful exercises after each chapter so that her readers can learn for themselves" - THE NEW WRITER

"Excellent" - WRITING MAGAZINE

"Follow Louise Jordan's advice and, at the very least, you will be giving your manuscript its best chance" - WRITING MAGAZINE

"Jordan doesn't just tell the prospective children's writer what to do--she provides insightful exercises after each chapter so that her readers can learn for themselves. This is a practical, accessible guide to writing children's books" - Caryn Jenner, AMAZON.CO.UK REVIEW