A book proposal is a formal document that agents and editors use to understand the book and how it will perform in the market. Some agents have their own templates. There are lots of ways to create a proposal. You can get fancy, but most book proposals include the same elements. Most importantly you want to be concise, accurate, and appealing.

Whether you’re querying agents or working on a book proposal, researching comp titles is such an important step, but I know a lot of writers and editors dread finding comps. I honestly think it can be fun, if you let yourself sink into it. At the very least, it's a good excuse to wander in a bookstore. If you struggle with this step or just wonder what the heck a comp title is...

If you're longing to feel more creative, but you're distracted, burnt out, or overwhelmed by work deadlines, this workbook is my gift to you. It's a chance to make space for creativity. It will help you know what to work on next and how to do it in a way that feels really good. The world needs your art more than ever. And giving yourself permission to be creative can be truly nourishing, energizing, and even healing.

Chapter books are a bridge between early readers and middle-grade novels. There’s some overlap, but once you start studying this genre, you’ll see they are their own special genre. Use this guide to figure out what kind of book you're writing.