Harold D. Underdown
Getting Started: The Basics of Writing & Illustrating
A fantastic resource for getting started in publishing a children's book. Provides information about writing, sending and submitting your manuscript, choosing an agent, and more.
Harold D. Underdown
The Purple Crayon: Writing Picture Books, the Basics
A detailed and informational look at the process of writing a picture book. From the writing process to the submission of a manuscript, this site will show an aspiring writer how to write and submit a picture book worth reading.
Harold D. Underdown
The Purple Crayon: Writing and Publishing Board Books
Article describes the process of writing and submitting a "board book" for publication. Includes the definition of a "board book," difference between a board and picture book, and some helpful advice for submission.
Harold D. Underdown
A Publisher's Sample Guidelines
A list of typical or sample guidelines a publishing company may provide for manuscript submission. Relates primarily to children's literature but may also apply to other forms. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.6-8.6 Use technology to produce and...
Harold D. Underdown
Multiple Submissions in Publishing
A resourceful look at the concept of "multiple submissions" while attempting to publish your written work. Includes definitions, explanations and advice.
Harold D. Underdown
The Purple Crayon: Getting It Out of the "Slush Pile"
The "slush pile" is a publisher's sizeable reading stash, and this site is a great resource for attempting to get a publisher to get your manuscript OUT of the pile. Includes several pieces of advice concerning the story itself, your...
Harold D. Underdown
Rites of Submission: Cover & Query Letters in Publishing
A fantastic reference for how to format a cover or query letter when submitting a manuscript for publication. Includes examples of good letters, what NOT to write, and general guidelines for success.
Harold D. Underdown
Publishing: Finding and Choosing a Literary Agent
A great site for writers looking to hire an agent for submitting a manuscript. Provides information concerning researching an agent, evaluating an agent, and choosing an agent.