Kids Can Press

 

According to their website: "We are committed to developing and promoting literary and artistic talent in all its diversity by amplifying underrepresented voices, and by inviting kids into books that capture different experiences and open their minds to new ideas and perspectives. As a proudly Canadian publisher, we’re particularly keen to showcase homegrown talent, but we also welcome submissions from authors, illustrators and agents around the world."

Learn more here: https://www.kidscanpress.com/writers/

#picturebook #unsolicitedmanuscript #pbmanuscript #publisher #sel #newauthor #community #newideas #underrepresentedvoices #Canada #newexperience #diversity

Cardinal Rule Press

Oh this is a GOOD one you guys! The amazing Cardinal Rule Press is a traditional publisher that makes beautiful books. They only open up for unsolicited submissions for a limited time during the year, and that time is NOW!

 According to their website: "Cardinal Rule Press produces high-quality children’s literature that empowers children through timeless messages of hope, courage and the Golden Rule.

We are a traditional publishing company located in southeast Michigan that produces a select number of books each year; all of which make a difference in the world while reflecting modern-day diversity.Cardinal Rule Press leads the way in providing messages that empower families, schools and communities through inspirational children’s books and educational programs and events that support our books’ powerful themes."

For more information, click here: 

https://cardinalrulepress.com/pages/submission-guidelines

#picturebook #unsolicitedmanuscript #pbmanuscript #publisher #sel #newauthor #goldenrule #family #families #community #communities #inspirational #michigan #hope #courage #empowerment #kindness #treatothers #modern #diversity

Page Street Publishing

 

According to their website: "Thank you for your interest in becoming a Page Street author. We publish young adult (YA) fiction (for ages 12 and up), in all genres, and a variety of nonfiction books in such categories as cooking, sports, science, nature, interior design, crafts, and parenting. We also publish picture books in all genres for ages 4-8 with particular focus on new talent, artist-led narratives, engaging story arcs, and visually driven concepts. We do not publish board books, early readers, chapter books, or middle grade at this time."

 

For more information, click here:

https://www.pagestreetpublishing.com/submission-guidelines

#picturebook #unsolicitedmanuscript #pbmanuscript #publisher #YAfiction #newauthor #authorillustrator #artistled #strongstoryarc #engagingstory #visuallydriven #picturebookart #illustratorwriter

Free Spirit Publishing

According to their website, "Whether at home, in school, or out in the world, all kids face challenges. No matter the choices, changes, and opportunities young people encounter, Free Spirit has had the same mission for nearly 40 years: to provide children and teens—and the adults who care for and about them—with the tools they need to think for themselves, overcome challenges, and make a difference in the world.”

For more information, please visit: 

https://www.freespirit.com/Submission-Guidelines#Children%E2%80%99s%20and%20Teen%E2%80%99s%20Books

#picturebookpublisher #unsolicitedsubs #unagentedauthor #pbpublisher #kidlitpublisher #SELpublisher #selfhelpublisher

Flash Light Press

As promised, here is the first in a series of posts about publishers who accept submissions of kidlit manuscripts from un-agented authors. Allow me to introduce... Flash Light Press! According to their website, "Flashlight Press books explore and illuminate the touching and humorous moments of family situations and social interactions through captivating writing and outstanding illustrations.”

For more information, please visit: 

https://flashlightpress.com/submission-guidelines/

#picturebookpublisher #unsolicitedsubs #unagentedauthor #pbpublisher #kidlitpublisher #SEL #family #relationships #grandparents #community #communication 

Who Wants to Write for Kids?

You do? Good. 

I have just the thing to help you get your "write" on. Actually, I have two ...

I now offer a critique service where you can get specific, detailed feedback on your manuscript - from plot points to page turns. For more information, click here: www.catherinebaileybooks.com/work-with-me

Aaaand...

I am also starting a series of free posts about publishers that accept unagented work, as well as posts linking to awesome author resources. My goal is to help authors get their hustle on, and start submitting. Details and links will be posted here on my Crooked Book blog on Wednesdays, Unless ... you know... I get distracted or busy or behind on a deadline. 

I will continue to share helpful insights along the way! And pictures of my pets (obviously). 

Writing NF for Kids

My friend, and brilliant kidlit author, Jen Swanson writes the most fabulous NF books for younger audiences. And she teaches about it! Here is a link to one of her (many) posts on the subject: 

Writing NF for Kids

For more, head to her website at: 

Jennifer Swanson Books