Children's Writer's & Illustrator's Market 2017

This comprehensive guide offers aspiring authors and illustrators an essential roadmap to the children's publishing industry, featuring over 500 current listings for publishers, literary agents, and magazines. Now in its 29th edition, this trusted resource provides practical advice on manuscript submission, query letters, and navigating the business side of creating books for young readers. The updated market listings include crucial contact information and specific submission guidelines that reflect the latest industry standards. For anyone serious about breaking into children's literature, this volume delivers the concrete tools needed to understand where and how to submit work.

What sets this guide apart are the insider perspectives from successful authors, illustrators, and editors who share their professional experiences and career-building strategies. The book balances its extensive directory with educational articles that address common challenges faced by those new to the field, from understanding contract terms to building an illustrator's portfolio. Both emerging picture book creators and young adult novelists will find targeted advice for their specific genre and age group. This annually updated reference remains the most reliable source for current market intelligence in the competitive world of children's publishing.