5 Mistakes To Avoid When Writing a Children's Book

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@DejanOfRadic
@DejanOfRadic 10 ай бұрын
Actually, Tolkien specifically said that he keeps his writing simple and free from too much description as well. He believed that the reader will use images from their own life, and therefore that too much description is actually a detriment.
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 6 ай бұрын
He’s the GOAT
@Tobirama_isHimju
@Tobirama_isHimju 5 ай бұрын
I can see it. Seems like that takes away from children exploring their own vast imaginations, and creating the characters themselves. That's such a skill to learn. But it's so beautiful.
@MimiM-u2k
@MimiM-u2k 2 күн бұрын
Tolkien is awesome AND different people have different styles. Deep descriptions do have a purpose. I am now motivated to write a children's book WITH deep descriptions. Yay!
@duffman238
@duffman238 2 жыл бұрын
Izzy, you seriously rock. This advice plus your other videos have had me rewriting, changing words and story booking my manuscripts and reminding me why I started writing them. Thank you for this.
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! It’s comments like these that motivates me to make more videos.
@ryanreeves1951
@ryanreeves1951 2 ай бұрын
I loved this video. I love writing and never thought of writing to children. Recently, my son asked that I tell him a story. I read something I wrote, but tried to keep it in language he'd understand. He loved it. This inspired me to create a children's book. I'm so excited to do this, but had no clue how to begin. Thanks for the video.
@ryg4895
@ryg4895 Ай бұрын
it's tricky writing a children's book. I've been working on mine for the last year. started over several times. learning as I go. good luck!
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Ай бұрын
You’re welcome
@CreatedbySusanMontgomery
@CreatedbySusanMontgomery Жыл бұрын
So helpful, thank you! I am in the middle of a children's book series project and write and illustrate the stories. Storyboarding is so helpful! It's one of my favorite things to do. I make my thumbnail sketches and try to be consistent with each book. For example, I have two to three very large ocean creatures that stretch across the spread in the first two books. I am making sure I include larger-than-life creatures in books 3 and 4 as well because I've noticed that is something I've seen people really respond to when I've shown or sold the book in person. Can't wait to check out more of your videos and books!
@mardz229
@mardz229 Жыл бұрын
This is freaken AMAZING! The best tips ive ever come across in the childrens book field!! Thank you so freakn much! im so pumped! Im about to order the word book :) Cheers! I've found you on tiktok so im following you here and tiktok! cant wait to watch more content from you whooohooo!
@mardz229
@mardz229 Жыл бұрын
p.s loved how you edited your videos too! so funny hehe and the build up of tip number 5 lol
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
I’m glad they helped
@ChristinaRodriguez-n6f
@ChristinaRodriguez-n6f Жыл бұрын
Awesome tips. Thank you! Now if i could only get help on this one thing- i keep getting ideas for other books before i finish the one im working on. Im mid 4 to 5 stories lol i did get one out and published though! Thank God for that! Love your books! 🎉
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
This is a GOOD problem to have. The alternative is writers block. So don’t fret! Give praise for an active brain that is passionate about what you’re doing. I get this 100% and sometimes it’s straight up work to finish a story just so I can move on to another
@elizastar1973
@elizastar1973 10 ай бұрын
Thank you. I liked the humor commercials. Some of the other videos I've watched are too pompous, or boring and downright snoring. .... Anyhoo, I'm subbed.
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 6 ай бұрын
Next time I’ll add explosions
@vivlivbooks4143
@vivlivbooks4143 2 жыл бұрын
These are great tips!
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate the feedback! Thank you.
@nargesbahadori-x5g
@nargesbahadori-x5g 15 күн бұрын
thank you so much
@lindamah9421
@lindamah9421 Жыл бұрын
I love your videos - so entertaining and you give the message in a straight forward way. Would like videos about - marketing and email lists, producing merchandise to go with books (t-shirts, stuffed animals, bags and whatever would be popular with kids), making activities books to go with the picture book. Big thank you for offering all your wisdom.
@Ririkins
@Ririkins Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for these tips. I made the mistake of not using appropriate vocabulary. You've been really helpful. ❤
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
I’m really glad they helped
@anjuupadhyay6510
@anjuupadhyay6510 3 ай бұрын
You are a great story teller. Good voice modulation and focused video.
@BenMcNelly
@BenMcNelly 2 жыл бұрын
When working with an illustrator should I give them direction art style or samples of books I like how they are illustrated, or is better to just go with giving them a manuscript and letting them be creative with it?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
This is a really awesome question. I’ll be making some videos on hiring an illustrator. I love it when authors send me an idea board full of what they envision for their characters and the story itself. The more you communicate what you’re seeing for your book the better the outcome. NOW!! What doesn’t work is when someone hires me and asks for me to create something that isn’t like my style at all. That doesn’t work. If you hire me and ask for a non whimsical water color then I’d be spending all my time trying to make something I wasn’t skilled with in the first place. So when hiring an illustrator make sure they match what you’re wanting first.
@BenMcNelly
@BenMcNelly 2 жыл бұрын
@@IzzyBBooks Wow great answer and I look forward to those videos, keep em coming and thanks for making them!
@gwendolynmukes8806
@gwendolynmukes8806 9 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot for I REALLY learned a lot of tips that I had never thought of!
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 6 ай бұрын
Wonderful! That’s the goal
@nettierg
@nettierg 5 ай бұрын
Just ran into your YT Page. This is fabulous advice.
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 5 ай бұрын
Glad you learned something
@andreakurth2722
@andreakurth2722 2 жыл бұрын
That word book is great! Has been essential for me writing children’s chapter books.
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
Oh wow! I can't even imagine the stress of making sure 10,000+ words are age appropriate. That must be a real task indeed.
@andreakurth2722
@andreakurth2722 2 жыл бұрын
@@IzzyBBooks only 8100. 😁
@lavenderbookco
@lavenderbookco 3 ай бұрын
As a children’s book author I appreciate ALL of these points. I agree with everything single one 👏🏼👏🏼
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Ай бұрын
Good! Because I could easily be wrong haha
@keronica
@keronica 3 ай бұрын
You're such a character! I enjoyed every bit of your video! Thank you Izzy! I have been sitting on my books for years. I will implement these and complete what I started!
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 11 күн бұрын
I hope you have a best seller!
@reneeculpepper3564
@reneeculpepper3564 9 ай бұрын
Blessings be. 🙏❤️
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 6 ай бұрын
😀
@bluebonnet95
@bluebonnet95 2 жыл бұрын
I’m so thankful I found your videos
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
Wow. I’m thankful you did too. This comment meant a lot to me.
@susanrihaparsley8184
@susanrihaparsley8184 9 ай бұрын
loved this thank you so, much very helpful!!!
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 6 ай бұрын
Glad I helped
@megmathisen9072
@megmathisen9072 Жыл бұрын
Really great tips! Thank you.
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
Yw
@bentleyhippo1
@bentleyhippo1 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome - love the video and the tips and this WILL be a great channel for new and seasoned authors. Very entertaining. I have a great tip on juggling haha!! Loved it, congrats and I will be following
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
I definitely need to practice my juggling. Okay… what do you think of this idea? I practice juggling throughout all the videos as a side note and see my progress 😂
@MarthaFerro-e8k
@MarthaFerro-e8k 5 ай бұрын
Thank you !! I am a teacher writing a book for the first time and I need all the advice I can get. Martha
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 5 ай бұрын
I hope you rock it!
@TheLocalsGroup
@TheLocalsGroup 2 жыл бұрын
Very helpful!! I will definitely be getting that book!! Thank you for making this video, can’t wait for more! - Jess Dailey
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
The next video is how to sell books at school visits! I think it's going to be a really beneficial one.
@nathalieobrien9562
@nathalieobrien9562 2 жыл бұрын
Great tip about the Word Book! Just ordered a copy! 🙌
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
Whoever made that book put a lot of time into it. I use it a lot!
@Lavendercreates
@Lavendercreates 24 күн бұрын
Thank you for these tips! Im planning on writing a childrens book, and i think this will really help me to think about when planning my book!
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 11 күн бұрын
Awesome! I hope you get published! 😊
@syazwanitmt3509
@syazwanitmt3509 Ай бұрын
Thank you. My friend and I have just started writing our first book. keeping these tips in mind! Hope it will be as successful as yours. also, just subscribed 🥰
@kamaniverse582
@kamaniverse582 2 жыл бұрын
I’m glad I’ve found this Chanell
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
It's so awesome that you're here! New videos dropping every week for you!
@kamaniverse582
@kamaniverse582 2 жыл бұрын
@@IzzyBBooks thanks
@BismaWaseem-m1y
@BismaWaseem-m1y 27 күн бұрын
this is good for my children in my class you are so clear and funny
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 11 күн бұрын
I love that! You used this in the classroom!? That makes me so happy seeing as how I was a teacher for 11 years
@trudyhellqvist5085
@trudyhellqvist5085 Ай бұрын
I need to get started ❤
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Ай бұрын
😀
@LivingInWonder7
@LivingInWonder7 Ай бұрын
This is invaluable. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, good sir.
@staciewexler961
@staciewexler961 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Izzy for all the advice. I am a new writer and trying to figure out publishing, copywriting, and putting it all together. I am creating a series, the first story and illustrations are done. I am working on the next two. Help please!
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
I can definitely help you out. Check out my website and reach out
@msbernar1976
@msbernar1976 Жыл бұрын
Wow, at this stage I thought I had my book almost ready, now I am going to revise many of the things based on these great tips! Thanks. I would LOOVEEEEEEEEEEEEE to see a video on books that use rhymes and tips on that subject (not sure if you already have any as I have just landed on you channel), but if you don't, please make one! ;-)
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
That’s a great idea for a video!
@msbernar1976
@msbernar1976 Жыл бұрын
@@IzzyBBooks thanks for the reply! I'd also love to know how to tackle the translation of your children's book (I work as a professional translator from several languages into Spanish) regarding the translation itself and the KDP process. What are some important things to look for? Are they considered different books? Etc. Thanks!
@melissacarty2643
@melissacarty2643 2 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@sreelekha5939
@sreelekha5939 7 күн бұрын
How do you know if your idea works? And how it build it into something wholesome and engaging? Typically, how long should on sit on an idea/story to make sure it's adequately fleshed out?
@OliveBranchRanch
@OliveBranchRanch Ай бұрын
What program do you use to illustrate? I just found you(God send). I am the founder of a youth ranch, and a 14 year old girl who attends our sessions has a tremendous dream to draw & be recognized for her work. I told her to put it on her vision board. I am writing a children's book, and the Lord laid it on my heart to ask her to illustrate it. So I did. No words can describe this childs mental,physical, and emotional change when i asked her if she would illustrate the book. I can't give much details but her parents said it saved her life. I've never written a children's book & some may call this whole idea crazy bringing on a kid to illustrate, but if it saves a life and redirects focus, it's worth trying. So, any advice on affordable software illustrators use? Thank you for what you do. Be blessed!
@WitchDoctor87
@WitchDoctor87 28 күн бұрын
I really love this video. Thank you. I think I already had an idea on these things, but it feels great knowing I'm on the right track........ Subbed ❤️
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 11 күн бұрын
Glad I could help!
@janedoe5229
@janedoe5229 5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! I really need the "steps of procedure" and your videos are very helpful. :)
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 5 ай бұрын
Glad I could help
@Mehrkian-m5m
@Mehrkian-m5m Жыл бұрын
Thank you it was helpful.
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
Good to hear
@anglosaxaphone672
@anglosaxaphone672 7 ай бұрын
Izzy, I can’t tell you how glad I am that this video was recommended to me. Not just for the video but for your way of teaching as well. Subscribed before I even finished half of the video
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 6 ай бұрын
Wow! Thank you. I’m glad you liked it
@RainaMarshall-r9j
@RainaMarshall-r9j 28 күн бұрын
Hello there. I have 3 grandchildren. the oldest is 14 and the youngest is 4. I have told them my story (by word of mouth) from the first grandson but now that I finally have a granddaughter, I really wanted my story on print. I wrote it out, but do not understand how to illustrate it. I watched your video on how you illustrated your chicken wig book, but without sitting next to you and being tutored, it makes it difficult to know where you go and all of the steps. I am not good with art or artistic at all and would love to have some assistance with this if at all possible.
@ummual134
@ummual134 6 ай бұрын
thank you for taking this video. it's help me alot
@littleravendesigns5587
@littleravendesigns5587 7 ай бұрын
I appreciate the advice! I am an inspiring illustrator who is interested in children and fantasy themes! I thrilled to see someone give real advice besides just follow by our dreams videos.
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 6 ай бұрын
Go for it!
@victoriamatthewsbooks2797
@victoriamatthewsbooks2797 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Izzy. thank you for the great content! I am an aspiring author AND Illustrator. Currently trying to teach myself digital illustration as I had such a clear idea of what I wanted my book to look like visually. I am working on my first book at the moment - exciting times!! No real question - just a thank you for sharing and keep the content coming!! ☺️😋
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
I will be releasing videos on how to illustrate. I believe in you! Guess what… I 100% taught myself as well! And now it’s my full time job! If you need any help just hit me up. Is there an illustration video that would help you out most? I’m making one soon on how to format books.
@victoriamatthewsbooks2797
@victoriamatthewsbooks2797 2 жыл бұрын
@@IzzyBBooks oh amazing!! At the moment I am really struggling with positioning of people and consistency of facial features throughout a book and expressions. I know this will come with time and practice but I am impatient lol, especially when I am determined and have a goal to work towards haha. Any tips in that space would be very much appreciated!!
@joslynspureclass
@joslynspureclass 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the free information! This is very helpful and easy to understand. God bless!
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I’m glad it helped.
@elsh332
@elsh332 8 ай бұрын
I'm finally looking at making my childhood dream of writing books come true. This video is only the 3rd one I've watched on writing children's books and is so helpful 🎉 thank you Izzy! I wish we could meet, you seem to be a wellpool of writing wisdom ❤
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 6 ай бұрын
I’m glad I helped! My biggest advice is don’t give up. This is a job of determination
@MattLaughs
@MattLaughs 7 ай бұрын
Just here to support you man. You seem like a very genuine and talented children's book writer!
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 6 ай бұрын
Thank you. That means a lot. I try! It’s a tough world for children’s books.
@jas_094
@jas_094 Жыл бұрын
Just subscribed mate, thank you so much for all the info
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the sub!
@Ghostrob2023
@Ghostrob2023 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for the 5 mistakes to be aware of while writing a children's book.
@janagalhardo
@janagalhardo 2 жыл бұрын
Awsome! Great tips! Thanks for sharing!
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! More to come so stay tuned.
@DorinaCasapu
@DorinaCasapu 2 жыл бұрын
first 2 minutes and already love you
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!!!
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppWTeoKpjrJlpdE Check out this episode. I really go wild for this one.
@andreaross3283
@andreaross3283 Жыл бұрын
Very helpful 😊
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad!
@RebeccaBielawski
@RebeccaBielawski 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your insight!
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome! I love sharing my experience to help others! More videos coming soon!
@Rachaelljw
@Rachaelljw Жыл бұрын
This was very helpful. I have now purchased the book. Thank you!
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
I hope it helps
@ellewood9140
@ellewood9140 4 ай бұрын
Good advice and love your transparency and authenticity while teaching
@leslieheard3434
@leslieheard3434 Ай бұрын
I’m writing a children book but finding that I get stuck especially drawing the picture the illustration I want to draw my own picture but I was told to allow someone else to do this but I’m not sure.
@lauriehudson7425
@lauriehudson7425 2 ай бұрын
thank you :)
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Ай бұрын
You’re welcome
@Beatboxbob
@Beatboxbob 4 ай бұрын
So, about including the illustrator, what do you want to see in a manuscript? I've been warned about writing too much instruction to an illustrator, stepping on toes and restricting what they do, Is there anywhere I can find an example of a manuscript with the right level of instruction for the illustrator?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 3 ай бұрын
I am an illustrator. The more you tell me the happier I am. I want to know what you’re envisioning for your book.
@Beatboxbob
@Beatboxbob 3 ай бұрын
@@IzzyBBooks okay, if I can follow up a little. What kind of thing is useful? And how much. Are we talking about a summary of the vision, storyboards, page-by-page annotations? You'd still think the more the better? The other thought here is whether that belongs in a submission to a publisher, or would that come in later when collaborating with an illustrator?
@jodiegarris2220
@jodiegarris2220 13 күн бұрын
On illustrations, when you mentioned leave a spot for the illustrator. What spot is that ?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 11 күн бұрын
Mainly what I mean is to remember your illustrator has a job of telling the story too. You don’t have to dive deep into descriptive language because the illustrator can carry the weight of that too. And should
@karenrobinson4926
@karenrobinson4926 8 ай бұрын
I’m just starting out & I’m really glad I found you! Thank you, thank you, thank you 😊
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 6 ай бұрын
Good to hear!
@sarahmparlane
@sarahmparlane 3 ай бұрын
Izzy, what if I have a great concept for a book but absolutely no experience in writing and may need help figuring out the story? Are there resources or people to help with this process? Thank you, in advance.
@JamesDBeers
@JamesDBeers 5 ай бұрын
IzzyB - I've got a children's book story I've had in the hopper for about 10 years (wow...I guess it's been a while) and which I really want to finish. However, it's kind of taken on a life of its own and it just keeps going and I can't figure out how to end it. So, it's over that golden 500 words number. It's so long - just under 2,000 words! - you'd probably call it a children's book novel. It's also a rhyming book, which is probably part of the issue (at least for me, anyway...you gotta fit everything in there and still match the rhyming pattern - ugh!). How do I hack this thing down to size and actually wrap it up with an ending? Probably need to find myself a good children's book editor or mentor.
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 5 ай бұрын
It rhymes too! Sounds impressive. Can you make it a long picture book with chapters? Nothing wrong with that at all! Have you read Wonder Struck or Hugo Cabret? Check those out. Your book can be long as long as you stress that’s the purpose of it.
@JamesDBeers
@JamesDBeers 5 ай бұрын
@@IzzyBBooks Oh, okay! I'll have to look at those two you suggested. I was thinking that picture books had that sub-1,000 word limit with the 500-700 word sweet spot. But I also know that several of Dr. Seuss's picture books are quite long...so.. I guess there are exceptions out there. Not sure how chapter picture books work - don't know that I've seen one - but are they similar to "regular" 32-page-spread picture books with illustrations on every page? I think my story is more conducive to a format with an illustration on every page, but I don't know now. Maybe a chapter picture book would work. Thanks, IzzyB!!!
@RBlanc-zl1hh
@RBlanc-zl1hh Жыл бұрын
Hey love learning from your videos. but where is the link for the word book link?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
It’s in the comments if you click more.
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
Not the comments sorry. I meant the video description
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
Not the comments sorry. I meant the video description
@marynix8613
@marynix8613 Ай бұрын
What exactly is an illustration mark
@JoeAjzenszmidt
@JoeAjzenszmidt 6 ай бұрын
Loving your videos thank you I would love yo send you a book I just got done writing for you to critique
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 4 ай бұрын
I do critique the work of others
@ciskid23
@ciskid23 Жыл бұрын
My ? As someone writing, illustrating for myself I plan to self publish. So Im researching on KZbin how it all comes together but no one ever seems to talk about isbn numbers. Meaning where do you get them, and when do you use them because they need to be made apart of the pdf to publish correct? Also I hear it’s better to get your own rather than be given one so you keep more profits from your book. And buying them in bulk etc. thanks
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
I use Bowkers and it’s never failed me.
@conodelia5520
@conodelia5520 Жыл бұрын
Would you. E able total, about counting books . Thank you Ana
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
😅
@ffi5733
@ffi5733 24 күн бұрын
Really love this video. Are there specific things that make a manuscript stand out to you?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 11 күн бұрын
Making sure it flows well. Focus on voice! That’s what all publishers want…. A distinct voice
@chelseaponce8427
@chelseaponce8427 17 күн бұрын
Who wrote the book like how do you make the cover more interesting and how do you actually get ideas from making a book😊 cuz I cannot think of anything and I want to make a book so bad but I never know what to do😊😅
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 11 күн бұрын
Covers are tricky. There’s definitely a specific art to keeping it simple yet focused. As far as ideas go I’d say start with reading a lot of children’s books to get inspired
@MandahSwift
@MandahSwift 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! I am a book illustrator already and aspiring author working in my own book series. Do you think the writing format should be “normal” or when is it (if at all) good or best to use rhyming couplets? Trying to decide the writing style and would love to hear your opinion. Thanks! 😊
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
I would only suggest using rhyming couplets if you're confident in this style. It can be difficult to master. My first book that did well was a rhyming book. The cool part about this is I turned the story into a song that you can play on all major listening apps (like Spotify). I love telling my Alexa to play my book! BUT picture books are meant to be read out loud. If you're book doesn't flow well (and lacks out loud readability) it won't go over well. So this is my advice. If you're uneasy about rhyme then study up on it and get a good foundation before attempting it. I will also say that I play around with rhyme even when writing a normal story. It's just a fun way to have my words dance around the page. Would a video on writing in rhyme be helpful?
@MandahSwift
@MandahSwift 2 жыл бұрын
@@IzzyBBooks yes, it would definitely be helpful to have a video about this! Found you in one of the Facebook groups by the way Another question (and video idea) is how to get an agent for illustrators, or for author/illustrators. Or how to get in with traditional publisher (as an illustrator or author/illustrator). Another video idea is how to best market kids picture books. There’s a lot for novels but not much for picture books (that actually convert to sales) I’m sure I have more ideas, haha! Give me time 😂
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
I'm definitely going to do a video on marketing. It's actually something I'm pretty decent at. At least at marketing myself! I think marketing has a lot to do with the individual too. I like to think outside the box when it comes to this. I focus a lot on spreading my brand because if people know me, then eventually they'll find my books.
@mardz229
@mardz229 Жыл бұрын
@@IzzyBBooks yes thatll be cool :)
@vermontmike9800
@vermontmike9800 8 ай бұрын
What a fantastic, easy to follow video. Great presentation. Subscribing.
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 6 ай бұрын
Awesome!
@denisedean3012
@denisedean3012 6 ай бұрын
Once one has the children’s book written … does one send it to a particular publisher..? Which one do you recommend for a series of stories about Midwest families doing Midwest things .. a family called the Peppernoodles with six red headed children .. Thanks
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 5 ай бұрын
This sounds like a BLAST! If you’re going traditional publishing I’d check out query tracker and start hunting for an agent. But get ready to wait…. Patience is the name of the game. Big publishers take their dear sweet time. I’m a small publisher in this game. But even still, the work we do looks different than most.
@noorallhibi6254
@noorallhibi6254 Ай бұрын
may Allah bless you u are really an amazing person
@Auxora
@Auxora 6 ай бұрын
I was expecting something bigger with the last tip... It doesn't apply to me, though, since I would be the author AND the illustrator. I can't forget myself. xD
@boyinblue.
@boyinblue. 5 ай бұрын
Lol, I'm also doing both. I was originally just going to do something with no writing but then decided to write as well.
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 5 ай бұрын
You’d be surprised how many illustrators make this mistake too. Let the illustration tell the bulk of the story. But most often artists who weren’t writers will OVER write thinking they need to compensate. Keep it simple
@Auxora
@Auxora 4 ай бұрын
@@IzzyBBooks Good advice. I’ve been watching a lot of videos on this. I now understand how difficult it is to actually simplify the writing. My mind wants to get down and dirty into details then I remember that kids are just learning how to read and would just want a more straight foreword story. No riddles and long descriptions. It’s been a challenge thus far but I’m having fun with it.
@VictorGonzalez-to6zw
@VictorGonzalez-to6zw Жыл бұрын
awesome Izzy
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
😀
@FrenchAction1
@FrenchAction1 Ай бұрын
Very interesting and useful. I have a question. If you want to do a bilingual book, how would you put the two versions. How would they appear on the book? Thanks.
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 11 күн бұрын
So you want both languages in the same book? Great idea. I’d just do one font color for one language and one for the other and stay consistent
@FrenchAction1
@FrenchAction1 11 күн бұрын
@@IzzyBBooks That is a good idea. Many thanks for your suggestion.
@pattipalumbo1162
@pattipalumbo1162 Жыл бұрын
I have a great idea for a childrens book audience 3-5. The story is focused on my dog, mt idea is unique and I believe would be a best seller, I HAVE NEVER written a book. Can you help?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
I now have a publishing company and I help with pretty much every step of the way.
@raghdaaa.k.1247
@raghdaaa.k.1247 Жыл бұрын
I have a manuscript of 1000 words, and it's meant to have images spread on both pages with a few comics here and there. Need to know if I'm creating a picture book. I think it's for ages 5-8.
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 11 ай бұрын
1,000 words is still a picture book. Anything more is a bit too much.
@nicolegermain1198
@nicolegermain1198 4 ай бұрын
I wrote a 4100 word story in one night. Its for age 7-8. I haven’t wrote a book before but the idea came to me so I went with it! How can i get this published?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 3 ай бұрын
That’s way too long for a children’s book. I’d say that’s an early reader. So you’d have to market it as such.
@nicolegermain1198
@nicolegermain1198 3 ай бұрын
@@IzzyBBooks I was thinking for age 8 is that about right for early reader book?
@HajiMuhammad-uv3wd
@HajiMuhammad-uv3wd 11 ай бұрын
Great tutorial! Any tips on writing chapter books?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 6 ай бұрын
To make chapters books profitable you have to write a lot of them. Unless you mean novels. There’s a big difference between chapter books and novels in the world of books
@cathykrueger4899
@cathykrueger4899 2 ай бұрын
I’m writing a book that could be enjoyed by both older children, young adults and adults as well. I’m thinking it doesn’t need to be illustrated. When do you not illustrate?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Ай бұрын
I’d illustrate it so you can easily cover all the bases
@vermontmike9800
@vermontmike9800 8 ай бұрын
Must every right hand page be a “page turner” or just use that method conservatively?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 6 ай бұрын
Page turners mainly is just a mindset to make sure you leave the reader wanting to continue. For me it’s important to think like the reader.
@crystalvazquez4866
@crystalvazquez4866 20 күн бұрын
I have never written a children' book but I would like to and I find myself puzzled thinking I can't draw anything so how would I illustrate a book? Do you have to hire an illustrator or how is this accomplished?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 11 күн бұрын
Hiring an illustrator is a must. It’s essential to having a quality book. Be careful and be picky. It will make or break you.
@berthafisher2408
@berthafisher2408 5 ай бұрын
I am a retired teacher. And would like to go into writing books. for children for the first time. I need guidance . Thank you.
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 5 ай бұрын
Well publishing books is now my full time job
@msllubin8
@msllubin8 Жыл бұрын
Thanks sooo much! How do I illustrate and still make it look professional if my drawing skills aren't that great?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
Practice! There’s no real trick here other than put in the time and work. It’s very doable. I taught myself.
@mervinwrites
@mervinwrites 23 күн бұрын
Hi Izzy. Having just written an adult, urban, fiction novel (CardBoy) I have also just written a childrens book which i am very proud of, and Would prefere to use my real name on both books. Would you recommend using a different name because the books are at different ends of the readership spectrum,? Do you think it's just a matter of choice and do you think it will put one side of the readership off of the other in any form? A your video put a smile on my face as i have been through and thought about all the things you say in this. thanks for feeding us what we need to hear.
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 11 күн бұрын
I’d say it’s 100% okay if your adult books aren’t too adult…. If you know what I mean. If your adult books have language, nudity, and sexual content I’d definitely 100% use a pen name. Kids research me like crazy. They scan the internet and eat up everything I do. I work hard to protect my brand because I want kids to trust that the things I put into the world are safe for them.
@mervinwrites
@mervinwrites 11 күн бұрын
@@IzzyBBooks Thank you so much for your response, and yes, my adult book is very adult in all those areas which you mention. i Guess after choosing a pen name i shouldn't place the kids book on my website at all then eh?
@Fairy_tayl
@Fairy_tayl 18 күн бұрын
How do you go about getting your work published
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 11 күн бұрын
Step 1 is find an agent. But make sure your work is fine tuned
@kevinhollis1229
@kevinhollis1229 5 ай бұрын
What's the illustration to word ratio? Should I write with the idea that the illustration will take up most of the page? Or can the illustration be less than half the page? I've never written a children's book before, but I think I can spin a few from the fantasy world I am building for my novel, which will be geared more or less for adults ( think LOTR not GOT). Thanks for the input!
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 5 ай бұрын
Hmmmm honestly less is more in the children’s book world. Your illustration should tell WAY more of the story. Not the writing. We don’t need to know story details in a children’s book. Can you let us understand what’s happening in a sentence or two? There shouldn’t be a paragraph a page. Now… obviously there are books that do this! And it’s okay. But keeping a reader involved in your book takes practice.
@kellytownsend5368
@kellytownsend5368 4 ай бұрын
I would like to do my own illustrations and I have an ability to draw, but I just have a total block on doing it. Is there anything you recommend to get me unblocked and going?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 4 ай бұрын
Hmmm I’d start by drawing just for fun. Take concepts you have in your head and bring them to life. Then build a story.
@sonomaholiday
@sonomaholiday Жыл бұрын
Hello - I've been watching many of your videos- thank you . I have written and illustrated 5 books now and a few people have asked if I can illustrate their books. Question - I don't want to under or over charge . In the music business I would know the going rate for whatever job - but have no idea what it is for illustrating . I don't want to undercut others, and don't want to overcharge the client . Any thoughts on this ? Joe
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 3 ай бұрын
Figure out what you’d charge per page. Time yourself and see how long it takes to illustrate a page. Go with an hourly rate based off how long it took.
@jaydean7
@jaydean7 2 ай бұрын
do i need an illustrater lined up before I began or will an agent assist in finding one. also is it ease to find an agent
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Ай бұрын
If you can get an agent they’ll find a publisher who has their illustrators they use.
@redmagician1000
@redmagician1000 3 ай бұрын
I think a great comic for you to review or at least read is unicorn knights of monokeros it is targeted at children and it is better than where the wild things grow.
@mirage6040
@mirage6040 Жыл бұрын
But what if your book is not just a story but a instructional book, where I need to do both show and tell?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
Definitely okay!
@benaskewsartanddesign5744
@benaskewsartanddesign5744 2 жыл бұрын
You’re awesome. 😂
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I try.
@dago1234
@dago1234 26 күн бұрын
You don’t know where yet but you helping me make my first children’s book or getting me canceled probably both 2:41
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 11 күн бұрын
I’m curious for sure
@BaseballDogCoda-r8s
@BaseballDogCoda-r8s 2 ай бұрын
What’s an illustration mark?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Ай бұрын
Typically used to make sure people don’t steal your art
@alayneswillinghands
@alayneswillinghands Жыл бұрын
What are illustrator marks?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks Жыл бұрын
It’s just additional notes I write next to the page to help the illustrator see the story in my head. I am the illustrator, but I added these when I sent off my stories to be reviewed by agents.
@Sethsinner44-md8qp
@Sethsinner44-md8qp 26 күн бұрын
Izzy how much do you charge to illustrate a book ? It’s my first one btw!!!
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 11 күн бұрын
It depends on how many pages. Varies really.
@shailasterling
@shailasterling 8 ай бұрын
What do you think of “Writing Children’s Books For Dummies”? Good resource or waste of reading time?
@IzzyBBooks
@IzzyBBooks 6 ай бұрын
I’ve never read it. I have a lot of solid books that I have read but that isn’t one. I’m sure it’s good tho.
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