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Their guidelines say they do not publish picture books. In the last 20 months, ive made the switch from traditional publishing to an independent publishing company, with 20 titles available. When you find a childrens book you like, make a note of the publishing house. Childrens book publishers this page is intended as a resource for anyone looking for more information about a given childrens book publisher. The society of children s book writers and illustrators was founded to help people navigate a career in children s books. Based on the information youve provided us, our team of professional publishing consultants will evaluate your requirements and provide you with details on the publisher that best matches your book. Professional narration provided for audiobook excerpts, chapters and full unabridged books. Picture books are the easiest children s books to write. Jul 21, 2010 updated december 2019 you cant get published without an agent, and you cant get an agent without being published or so the adage goes. Thankfully, there are still a few childrens book publishers who are happy to wade through the slush pile, that teetering tower of manuscripts we imagine fill up a.
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