How I Became a Bestselling Author in under 9 months | Children's Picture Books

[@donutcritic]

Loved this video! I just launched my 3rd book and you gave me the answer I need to really make a splash… my launches aren’t great. Thank you!

[@AtHomeAuthor]

I'm so glad you found it helpful! You definitely need to go BIG. And if you need help with that, you know where to find me. :) -Vicky

[@margutz9887]

Name your book everywhere. Here!

[@suzum5689]

That is the coolest response your husband could have given- '"Let's go figure it out," ! How exciting!

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Support is everything! That’s what we do with our authors at At Home Author

[@neilhucknall2848]

I've watched this video a few times now. Whenever I lose focus and stray from my path to becoming a childrens author, this seems to inspire and realign my priorities. Thank you so much!

[@AtHomeAuthor]

I am so happy to hear that! You got this! Remeber, the desire/dream to write was planted in you for a reason(:

[@M_Blaise]

I’m about to self-publish a series of children’s books. I am the author and the illustrator, and since I am also a musician the audio book will have musical background (of course). I am working on a song to sing to kids on the book presentations with my fellow musicians. I love the whole process and the world I am in while I work on those stories. Thank you for this inspiring video, your down-to-earth approach to the business side of the process is fantastic and very useful. I’d love the books to sell to keep the door to writing as a profession open for me.

[@AtHomeAuthor]

This is amazing! Congratulations!

[@everybodylovessnoopy]

What a great, supportive husband!

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Support is everything! That’s what we do with our authors at At Home Author(:

[@tonibauerlein5806]

Your journey is so impressive as testimony to the art of navigating toward one's dream at this time. You are very good at communicating the essentials. Having attempted to launch an art career in the late 70's and early 80's, it would have been so fortunate to have you. I was overwhelmed trying to have one career to support me while I tried to earn enough on commissions to transition to art. I stuck with pursuing my first career, and abandoned what was my dream. Now I'm retired and doing my art entirely for my own pleasure, including illustrating books with my grandsons as the main characters, with little lessons about life.

[@AtHomeAuthor]

I am so glad you are able to pursue your passion now!

[@ant-honey-art]

Thank you for these inspiring words! I am currently writing and illustrating my first children’s book, sometimes it seems like a far away dream but stories like this inspire me to push though my doubts.

[@AtHomeAuthor]

You can do it!

[@wardengrn]

Thanks for sharing. I am on my 5th book. We started a family values company in the pandemic with a book I wrote in middle school about a cat stealing the neighbors stuff, true. It is awesome to see that people in this KZbin community are passionate about writing, and the content. Your story is awesome, so happy for you guys! We have noticed exactly what your talking about. You can have wonderful pictures, good stories, but you need sales to make more books. We haven't collected and retained anything in 2 years. We roll it over to more books and marketing. We have started book stores authors signing, email lists, pod casts, social media, etc. The last thing we see is build your brand by sharing other authors books and having them as guests. That's something all the children's book authors should build a network of to teach this new generation well. We can identify with your heart, love writing and making content...but have to make it a real business to enjoy more of it! Well done

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Thank you so much for sharing and for your kind words!

[@snarkiwi]

Your fresh perspective and insight is extremely helpful! Working on my own books right now as a writer and illustrator and these videos are exactly what I needed to see!

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Glad it was helpful!

[@charleneantrobus6337]

Such an inspiring video! Thanks for sharing and congratulations on all of your success, well deserved :)

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Thank you! I hope this sparks your own journey.

[@arnengene3312]

Wow, thank you so much for this video! I’m literally at the very beginning of my discovery and journey of becoming an author, and even before having a chance to let the fear and doubt set in, hearing your words here have helped me immediately put that all aside! This is an invaluable feeling and I’m so grateful to have stumbled across your material and resources. Thank you

[@AtHomeAuthor]

You're so welcome! If you are searching for more resources we have plenty on our site www.athomeauthor.com

[@taniacancel7350]

Thank you for your transparency and your great advices, will continue watching your videos to gain for knowledge.

[@AtHomeAuthor]

I appreciate that!

[@sashalogan5334]

Amazing, useful advice! Thank you!

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Amazing!

[@lisamackay1017]

Very encouraging! I needed this! I was very discouraged, but your words have helped me see that it is possible to be successful as an artist and author! Thank you!

[@AtHomeAuthor]

You’re welcome! Please reach out if you need more help!

[@raeesafromsouthafrica]

I might not have a husband right now, but I've got you! Yay!! ❤️🇿🇦

[@SialofiSalevao]

Thank you for such an encouraging presentation. Really needed that🥰❤

[@AtHomeAuthor]

So glad!

[@LudmillaRubinger]

Feel butterflies in my stomach! Thank you!

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Wonderful!

[@jennifercannon5485]

Great video! Would love to hear more details about what you did with your successful book launch.

[@AtHomeAuthor]

So glad you liked it! I teach more about that in our Marketing Strategies course: www.allthingspicturebooks.com/marketing-strategies-enroll

[@theworldthroughmyeyes00]

Thank you!🙏

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Any time!

[@WhereTheRainbowEnds1111]

Thank you so much for this informative, authentic & conversational video! You're great at making videos on this & talking about this!! I appreciate this so much because I also have a passion for this, but just don't know where to start. 😊 your videos are tremendously helpful

[@suzum5689]

It's in my heart.

[@BrianNaylor-c3q]

Thank you so much for your super positive and encouraging message, I am about to self publish my first books and this got me thinking a lot and making sure I do the right steps to release them 🙏

[@AtHomeAuthor]

You got this! If you need anything, don’t hesitate to reach out!

[@BrianNaylor-c3q]

Thank you! 🙏 I appreciate it! @@AtHomeAuthor

[@traceyrussell2]

This was perfect. Thanks

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Happy to help!

[@camillepotter9580]

I wrote one about my 2 grandnieces as mermaids and had it locally published, but that was very expensive. I did the artwork too, but my art skills are very elementary. The girls loved it fortunately! I am working on one now for two boys who love soccer. I am trying to learn about self publishing on Amazon now so I can get this one printed much more cheaply. Thank you for the encouragement. I have to overcome such doubts, but it would make my world if I can get it done.

[@AtHomeAuthor]

That is awesome! We have tons of resources that can help you! www.athomeauthor.com

[@schoolwithmsego]

Thank you for all the information. ❤

[@AtHomeAuthor]

You are so welcome!

[@jeanshelbybooks4154]

What an encouraging video! I have so much passion for writing. I have finally hired an assistant who loves my books and wants to help me. 😊

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Thanks for watching! Hiring the right person can go a long way so it sounds like you’ve found a great fit! If either of you need anything in the meantime, don’t hesitate to reach out.

[@angelamsmith.author]

I loved this video. It gives me hope for my next book!

[@AtHomeAuthor]

We're rooting for you!

[@yannhijazi]

I enjoyed watching this video. Inspiring story. Congratulations on your success 🙏

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Cloud_Envy111]

“Well let’s go find out” You have an awesome husband 💯💯💯

[@AtHomeAuthor]

He’s incredible! My hope is to be that push for others whenever I can. -Vicky

[@suzum5689]

Is it possible to print a second edition of your first three books and use a better release plan? Would that ignite sales for you?

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Absolutely!

[@kaylahaynes6824]

Will you make a video diving into the details of your first successful book release. What exactly did you do? What platforms did you use to advertise and push your book out there? What did the emails you sent out look like. Roughly how much did you spend

[@AtHomeAuthor]

I actually teach this inside my coaching program! I do have other videos on this channel that you might find helpful though.

[@micheleinacharles-hazellem1968]

This is super generous

[@AtHomeAuthor]

So glad you liked it. ❤️

[@eliesangwa03]

Thank you

[@AtHomeAuthor]

You're welcome!

[@Leilanie.BookCreations]

Thanks for sharing your story!

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Thanks for listening!

[@LizLazarLit]

This is so inspiring! Thank you!

[@AtHomeAuthor]

I'm so happy to hear that!

[@Afrokreyasyon]

Wow, so imspiring!

[@AtHomeAuthor]

You can do this too!

[@rabeeajamil1403]

do you have a video on what you did before releasing your books?

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Vicky teaches that inside our Profitable Picture Books program!

[@soumitrabanerjee7341]

great congrats . but where is the plan before we consult? please guide

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Vicky teaches more inside the Profitable Picture Books program: profitablepicturebooks.com

[@waitforollie]

Thank you /... how DO YOU ACTUALLY lAunch? paid ads on facebook ? not sure what steps are needed to lAunch? i am very thanKFUL FOR YOUR INFO..

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Thank you for your question! We have a webinar coming up with everything you need to know about book launches www.athomeauthor.com/booking-calendar/why-you-need-a-launch-team?

[@vermontmike9800]

Is there a standard format to picture book manuscripts? Are illustrator notes welcome?

[@AtHomeAuthor]

There isn't one "right" or "wrong" format but you want it to be clean, and there are industry expectations. Check out our video on Art Notes for more info!

[@taylorbrione]

Do you have a sample release plan you can share or we can order?

[@AtHomeAuthor]

I teach my exact process inside the Profitable Picture Books program! Otherwise, there are tons of videos and blog posts posted about different strategies and tips so you can create your own.

[@Yvonnesther]

New follower here ❤🎉

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Welcome!

[@brendafranklin4520]

Hi I'm working on my first book. Any suggestions would really appreciate it ty Brenda Franklin

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Hi Brenda! This KZbin channel is filled with tips, as is my website and blog: www.athomeauthor.com

[@krsnalokacreations]

Do you prefer self publishing or traditional?

[@AtHomeAuthor]

I like them both for different reasons.

[@stixx3969]

Where on your website can I book a consultation?

[@AtHomeAuthor]

www.athomeauthor.com/service-page/free-consultation

[@CameramanYT123]

Who draws the picture to match the story

[@AtHomeAuthor]

An illustrator(:

[@dwayne2232]

Great Advice 👍

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Glad to help! We try to post often so feel free to follow along for more tips!

[@caseyloomis2168]

You have a good husband.

[@AtHomeAuthor]

I sure do!

[@BellaRocs]

Thanks for the inspiration! This was greatness and much needed to hear - today! ✨🤌🏼

[@AtHomeAuthor]

You got this!

[@BuzzBooksAudio]

Great information. L A U N C H P R O C E S S

[@AtHomeAuthor]

Glad you think so!