Harold D. Underdown
The Secret to Becoming a Published Writer
A very good article providing "secrets" to those writers hoping to get published. Includes tips, secrets, quotes from published writers, and links for further information.
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...
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Sample Illustrator Guidelines
A list of typical and sample guidelines a publisher may provide for potential submissions. Made specifically for illustrators.
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.
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Caldecott Medal Winners, 2002 Current
A list of the children's books to win the esteemed Caldecott Medal from 2002 until the present. Includes links to each books page from "Amazon.com" for buying information and additional resources.
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The Newbery Medal Winners, 2002 Current
Site includes a listing of previous winners of the Newbery Book Medal in children's literature since 2002. Shows winners and provides a link to each book's page on "Amazon.com" for buying information.
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The Laura Ingalls Wilder Award, 2001 Current
A list of the past winners of this prestigious award in children's literature. Given every two years, this award is presented for a body of work, not simply one book itself.
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The Pura Belpre Award, 2002 Current
Gives a brief description of the merits of this award, and lists its winners since 2002. This award is given only every two years and is presented to a Latin American author/illustrator.
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The Michael L. Printz Award, 2002 Current
Provides a list of the winners of this award for young adult literature since 2002. Clicking on each award-winning title takes you to a link to the book's page on "Amazon.com."
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The Margaret A. Edwards Award
Includes a brief description and winners since 2002 of this award for a "lifetime contribution" in writing young adult literature. Clicking on each award-winning title brings you to the book's page on "Amazon.com."
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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.
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Writing Young Adult and Children's Fiction and Fantasy
A great article concerning writing children's literature, especially in the area of fantasy or science fiction. The author provides information concerning how to develop characters, creating literary elements, and discusses some pitfalls...
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Getting Out of the Art File: Tips for Book Illustrators
An excellent resource for illustrators to format their work in order to get the attention of a publisher. Intended for children's literature, but may also apply to other genres.
Harold D. Underdown
The Purple Crayon: Books About Children's Writing
A resourceful list of books to consult when writing children's literature. Includes several books from different perspectives, and includes links to each books page on Amazon.com.
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The Purple Crayon: Books About Illustrating
A list of resources concerning illustrating for children's literature. Each link takes you to the book's page on Amazon.com.
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The Purple Crayon: Books About Children's Books
A list of books about children's literature. A good resource for one who is looking for information or research about children's literature. Click on each link for the book's Amazon.com page.
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The Purple Crayon: Reference Books
A comprehensive list of general reference books concerning children's literature and publishing. Includes dictionaries, publishing guides, and manuals of style.
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The Purple Crayon: Children's Magazines, Orgs, Websites
A rather comprehensive and resourceful list of children's literature organizations and websites. Each listing provides a link to the magazine, company, or organization's website.
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An Agent's Advice on Selling/ Publishing Your Artwork
An artist's representative presents basic steps and tips to selling or publishing your artwork as illustrations for books. Written primarily for children's literature, but may also apply to other genres as well.
Harold D. Underdown
Publishing: The Artist/ Agent Team
Some interesting and helpful advice for illustrators who are looking to get published. Discusses the pros and cons of getting an agent (artist's representative) and some practical advice concerning getting your artistic work published.
Harold D. Underdown
The Use of Visual Elements to Tell a Better Story
Short article gives excellent tips concerning how to use visual elements to enhance a written story. Article was written specifically for children's literature, but can also apply to other genres as well.
Harold D. Underdown
Publishing for Illustrators: Portfolio Portent
An informational resource concerning what to include in a portfolio for publication submission. Is geared toward illustrators, but many of the concepts in this article can also be applied to writers.