Do you need more than one agent if you write in multiple genres? The answer might surprise you! Get more tips in our free training: picturebooksubmissio... #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

How many queries should you send at a time when you start submitting to agents? Julie Hedlund has the answer! Get more tips in our free training: picturebooksubmissio... #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Is it okay to submit to an agent who lives in a different country than you do? Julie Hedlund has the scoop! picturebooksubmissio... #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Do you *need* an agent to get published in today's market? Emma & Julie have the answer in their FREE training: #PictureBook Publishing Roadmap: 3 Insider Secrets That Will Skyrocket Your Chances of Landing a Book Deal! picturebooksubmissio...#PictureBook #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

You only need one sentence that answers the question "Why are you submitting to this agent or editor?" Emma Walton Hamilton is here to help you make it count.⁠ ⁠ Get more tips in our free training: picturebooksubmissio... ⁠ #querytip #pbpitch #kidlit #picturebook #amquerying #subtip #agenttip

Do you dream of being a traditionally published picture book author? Don't miss this FREE training: 3 Insider Secrets That Will Skyrocket Your Chances of Landing a Book Deal! The Picture Book Publishing Roadmap: picturebooksubmissio... #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit #picturebook

How should you personalize your query to an agent or editor? Emma Walton Hamilton is here with a big tip for a great first impression.⁠ ⁠ Get the free training: picturebooksubmissio...⁠ ⁠ #amwriting #querytip #pbpitch #kidlit #picturebook #amquerying #subtip #agenttip

How important is personalization in a query letter? SO IMPORTANT! Who wants to get a query letter addressed "To Whom It May Concern"? We're all human! Agents & editors want to know WHY you picked them, so tell them! More tips here: picturebooksubmissio... #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

How can you get an agent's attention? Find out when Emma & Julie reveal 3 Insider Secrets That Will Skyrocket Your Chances of Landing a Book Deal in our latest free training. It's time for your submissions to get noticed: picturebooksubmissio... #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Julie Hedlund answers the age-old question: Can I ask a question in my pitch? ⁠ ⁠ Get the free submissions training: picturebooksubmissio...⁠ (link in bio)⁠ ⁠ #editors #picturebook #picturebooks #pitch #querytips #queryletter

What's the secret to a successful submission? Emma and Julie are sharing THREE submission secrets in their FREE training! Get actionable steps for improving your picture book submissions today: picturebooksubmissio... #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Let's reframe the way we think about rejection! Rejection gives us clues about what we can improve—if we're paying attention! For more ways to improve your submission, watch our free video training: picturebooksubmissio... #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

How old is too old for a #picturebook comp title? Emma Walton Hamilton reveals the sweet spot for #comptitles in a query letter and why these comparative titles are so important.⁠ ⁠ Get the free submissions training: picturebooksubmissio...⁠ ⁠ #amquerying #pbpitch #agents #querytip #picturebooks

How old is too old for a #picturebook comp title? Emma Walton Hamilton reveals the sweet spot for #comptitles in a query letter and why these comparative titles are so important.⁠ ⁠ Get the free submissions training: picturebooksubmissio...⁠ ⁠ #amquerying #pbpitch #agents #querytip #picturebooks

So, what's the truth about self-publishing picture books? Emma and Julie tell you what you need to know before you self-publish (and so much more!) in our FREE training! Grab it here: picturebooksubmissio... #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Submissions can be confusing, but with our FREE publishing roadmap, they don't have to be! It's your map to success. Grab it here: picturebooksubmissio... #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Do you have to have comp titles in a query letter? Emma Walton Hamilton shares why they're so important.⁠ ⁠ Get the free submissions training: picturebooksubmissio...⁠ #amquerying #agents #editors #picturebook #picturebooks #kidlit #pbpitch #comptitles

Writing your own query letters, finding comp titles, and researching agents/editors are all part of your homework as a writer. You'll use these skills throughout your career. You can do it! We can help! Get the free training today: picturebooksubmissio... #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Many #picturebook writers don't understand the difference between a pitch & a synopsis when asked to provide them in a query letter. Emma is here to set the record straight. ⁠ ⁠ Get the free submissions training: picturebooksubmissio...⁠ ⁠ #amquerying #pitch #querytip #pbpitch #kidlit

Are you stumped by submissions? Grab our FREE training and learn the 3 secrets to skyrocket your #picturebook submissions to success! It's your roadmap to success. Grab it here: picturebooksubmissio...#picturebook #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Does size matter when it comes to signing with an agent at a larger agency or a small one? That all depends on what YOU want in an agent-client relationship. Get the pros and cons in our free training: picturebooksubmissio... #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

What do you need to know to land a book deal? We've got 3 things you should definitely do in our FREE training, The #PictureBook Publishing Roadmap: 3 Insider Secrets That Will Skyrocket Your Chances of Landing a Book Deal: picturebooksubmissio...#PictureBook #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Julie Hedlund answers a common question about query letters: Do I really need comp titles? The answer might surprise you. For more tips on creating query letters that soar get our free training at: picturebooksubmissio... #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

I know most of us are dreaming of warmer weather at this point, but I'd love to see PB submissions with ✨cozy little moments.✨ Think Eliza Wheeler's A COZY WINTER DAY, Devil Elle Kurtz's THE BAKERY DRAGON, and Steve McCarthy's THE WILDERNESS. #MSWL

Picture books are my guilty pleasure! #MSWL MORE: Fun & funny Instant kid appeal 🤝 Classroom/Library potential Lots of layers LESS (or better, none): Teachy or preachy Sentimental or nostalgic Rhyme Books of my 💛: I WANT MY HAT BACK, SOUL FOOD SUNDAY, PLANTING STORIES... PURA BELPRÉ

What's the secret behind successful submissions to agents and editors? Find out in our free training, The Picture Book Publishing Roadmap: 3 Insider Secrets That Will Skyrocket Your Chances of Landing a Book Deal! Grab it here: picturebooksubmissio... #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

What's a comp title? A comp title is a published #picturebook that is similar to your story in some way. Comp titles show an agent you understand where your book fits in the market. For more tips, get the free training: picturebooksubmissio...#picturebook #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Increase your chances of landing a book deal with our FREE training, The Picture Book Publishing Roadmap: 3 Insider Secrets That Will Skyrocket Your Chances of Landing a Book Deal! It's your roadmap to success. Get it here: picturebooksubmissio... #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Reading your query letter out loud will help you find some of those super sneaky typos and missing words! For more tips, get the free training: picturebooksubmissio... #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Are you jumping into the submissions trenches soon? Are you already there? Don't miss our free training - The Picture Book Publishing Roadmap: 3 Insider Secrets That Will Skyrocket Your Chances of Landing a Book Deal! picturebooksubmissio... #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Do you *really* know what your #picturebook is about? If you're having a difficult time with/ your pitch, there may be a problem with/ your manuscript. For more tips, get the free training: picturebooksubmissio...#picturebook #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit #amwriting

With the state of #picturebook publishing these days, are writers still landing agents & book deals? YES! Learn how to avoid the noise & bad advice and focus on what matters in your picture book submissions with our free training: picturebooksubmissio...#picturebook #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Is your pitch compelling? Does it: ✍🏼Convey plot and theme of your story? ✍🏼Pique interest in the manuscript? ✍🏼Demonstrate your writing ability? ✍🏼Indicate how and why your story is unique? More #querytips in our free training: picturebooksubmissio...#querytips #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

LAST DAY to sign up for the FREE webinar: Spot the Scam: How to Protect Yourself and Your Work from Publishing Scams. You’ve worked too hard on your manuscript to let a scam derail your publishing dream. Join us 11/6 at 8pm ET: picturebooksubmissio... #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

The pitch in your query has a lot of work to do, but one of the most important things it does is show the agent or editor that you know how to write—and write well. For more tips, get our free training: picturebooksubmissio... #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Anyone can call themselves an agent. That doesn’t make them legit. Learn to separate the real agents from the fake ones in our FREE webinar “Spot the Scam: How to Protect Yourself from Publishing Scams” TOMORROW at 8pm ET. Join here: picturebooksubmissio... #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

How many comps do you need for your query letter? Only 2! Each one should relate to a different aspect of your story, whether it be the main character, theme, tone, or subject matter. For more tips, get our free training: picturebooksubmissio... #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Publishing scams are on the rise. (Thanks, AI.) But, that doesn't mean you need to fall victim to one. Join us for Spot the Scam: How to Protect Yourself and Your Work from Publishing Scams on 11/6. Sign up for the free webinar here: picturebooksubmissio... #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Does your pitch make agents and editors *want* to read your manuscript? Be sure it's enticing and showcases the voice and tone of your story! For more tips, get our free training: picturebooksubmissio... #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Can you spot a publishing scam? In our FREE webinar this Thursday, learn how to: • Spot red flags • Identify scams • Protect your rights • Verify industry credentials • Trust your instincts and know when to walk away Sign up: picturebooksubmissio... #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Wondering WHERE to find agents looking for #picturebooks? Try YouTube. Agents will do video interviews so you can get to know how an agent works & if they're a good fit for you and your work. For more tips, get our free training: picturebooksubmissio...#picturebooks? #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

A publishing scam isn’t just an inconvenience—it can cost you money or even your legal rights to your own work. Learn how to protect yourself in our FREE webinar Spot the Scam: How to Protect Yourself & Your Work on 11/6 at 8pm ET: pages.picturebooksub... #querytip #amquerying #kidlit

Does your pitch accurately convey the spirit and voice of your story? The rest of your query letter is a business letter, but the pitch should sound like your manuscript and its tone. Get our free submissions training: picturebooksubmissio... #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Can you spot a publishing scam? Are you sure? Scams are getting harder to detect—especially in the post-AI world. Join us 11/6 at 8pm ET/5pm PT for a FREE webinar: Spot the Scam: How to Protect Yourself from Publishing Scams. pages.picturebooksub... #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

It's not enough to find comp titles that sound similar to your manuscript. You have to read them. How does your #picturebook differ from what's already out there? Get more tips in our FREE The Picture Book Publishing Roadmap! www.picturebooksubmi...#picturebook #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Did you proofread your query letter today? You never know what typos you may discover with one more proofread before hitting send! Get more submissions tips in our free training: The Picture Book Publishing Roadmap! picturebooksubmissio... #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Let's face it, #picturebook submissions can be difficult. Where do you find the right agents? What do you include in a query letter? We know it's confusing, so we've created the FREE The Picture Book Publishing Roadmap to help: picturebooksubmissio...#picturebook #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit

Get our FREE training, The Picture Book Publishing Roadmap: 3 Insider Secrets That Will Skyrocket Your Chances of Landing a Book Deal! Submit with confidence - every time. pages.picturebooksub... #amquerying #querytip #kidlit #kidlitart

You've got questions. We've got answers! Share your Top 2 Agent Research Questions and we'll answer them in the coming weeks! Tell us here: picturebooksubmissio... #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch

One of the most common mistakes we see in #picturebook pitches is not including the conflict of the story. A pitch might focus on the MC but never talk about the obstacles standing in the way of their success. picturebooksubmissio...#picturebook #amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch