Let's write a picture book---Julie Hedlund tells us how

Maybe you want to write a book. A children’s book. A children’s picture book.

Maybe about a wee hedgehog who wants to be a ballerina.

Or an alligator who dreams of becoming an astronaut.

Maybe about learning to cook in Nona’s kitchen.

Or a nonfiction book about the secret language of spiders

 

I mean…how difficult can it be to write a book for children?

 

The answer is…not as easy you might think.

 

But help is on the way.

 

Julie Hedlund, the founder of 12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge, explains all things picture book. And about how to join 12 x 12 and the benefits of membership. Direct submissions to agents. Critique ninjas. Community of like-minded writers. Webinars with authors, editors and agents. Dance Parties. Yes, virtual dance parties. It is a fun, joyful and supportive group.

12x12challenge.com

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FYI: Big, Bold & Brave Picture Book Summit is a day-long virtual event held every year in October. Agents. Editors, Best-selling authors. Caldecott and Newberry Medal winners. And the opportunity to submit your manuscript to the featured agents and editors. October 5, 2025. picturebooksummit.com