Children's Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2027
The best advice on writing and publishing for children
Children's Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2027
The best advice on writing and publishing for children
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Description
'This is not a book, it is a sky filled with possibility, so let its wisdom lift you and soar!' Joseph Coelho, Children's Laureate
Celebrating its 23rd edition, this indispensable Children's Writers' & Artists' Yearbook provides everything you need to know to get your work noticed. With thousands of up-to-date contacts and inspiring articles from dozens of successful writers, illustrators and industry insiders, it is the ultimate resource on writing and publishing for children of all ages.
Packed with insights and practical tips, it provides expert advice on:
- submitting to agents and publishers
- writing non-fiction and fiction across genres and formats
- poetry, plays, broadcast media and illustration
- self-publishing
- copyright, finances and contracts
- marketing, prizes and festivals
- and much, much more ...
Used, recommended, and with articles across its 23 editions by writers such as Julia Donaldson, Jacqueline Wilson, Quentin Blake, Malorie Blackman, Meg Rosoff, Michael Rosen, Anthony Browne, Eoin Colfer and many more.
'Between the covers of this book is everything you need to know to get published.' Julia Donaldson
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Product details
| Published | Jul 16 2026 |
|---|---|
| Format | Ebook (Epub & Mobi) |
| Edition | 1st |
| Pages | 464 |
| ISBN | 9781399427197 |
| Imprint | Bloomsbury Yearbooks |
| Series | Writers' and Artists' |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |























