Children’s Writing Jumpstart Pack
New to children’s writing?
Here's Your Clear, Step-by-Step Path to Writing Children’s Books
Get the guidance, instruction, and support you need to finally move from “I want to write a children’s book someday” to actually writing one.
One payment • Instant access • Beginner friendly
The Real Challenge:
Most aspiring children’s writers don’t fail because they lack talent.
They fail because they don’t know where to start.
There’s so much conflicting advice online.
Picture books. Middle grade. Agents. Self-publishing. Query letters. Story structure. Marketing.
It becomes overwhelming fast.
The Children’s Writing Jumpstart Pack was designed to give beginners something most writing websites never offer:
A clear starting point.
What You’ll Get:
Everything You Need to Start Writing With Confidence
Amazing Journey
$67 value
Our exclusive beginner-friendly course, created by Children’s Book Insider Publisher & Founder Laura Backes.
In simple, easy-to-follow steps, Amazing Journey walks you through the foundations of writing for children — from ideas and storytelling to understanding the publishing world to actually crafting your first story!
Here's a Peek Inside Amazing Journey:
START HERE
Welcome to Amazing Journey
Age Categories & Word Counts
Publishing Glossary
How a Book Gets Published
Frequently Asked Questions About Writing Kidlit
MODULES 1–4
Module 1: Find Your Passion
Module 2: Developing Your Book Idea
Module 3: Make Time to Write
Module 4: Pull a Character and Plot from Your Idea
MODULES 5–8
Module 5: Building Your Protagonist
Module 6: Crafting a Worthy Foe
Module 7: Ignite Your Plot with a Catalyst
Module 8: Strategies to Keep the Pages Turning
MODULES 9–12
Module 9: Add Heft to Your Story’s Middle
Module 10: Developing Sub-plots
Module 11: Endings That Deliver
Module 12: How to “Show, Don’t Tell”
MODULES 13–16
Module 13: Working with Point of View
Module 14: Find Your Strengths, Fix Your Weaknesses
Module 15: Get Feedback on Your Work
Module 16: Get Ready to Submit
12 Issues of Children’s Book Insider
$84 value
Monthly guidance, writing instruction, publishing insights, opportunities, motivation, and support from the Children’s Writing Monthly. And each issues features an exclusive Above the Slushpile Submission Opportunity that puts your work in front of top publishing houses and literary agencies!
Since May, 1990, CBI has been the most trusted source for children’s writers seeking publication.
A Deep Library Of Advice, Inspiration & Knowledge
$197 value
Full access to our extensive video library, back issue archive and lots of surprise bonuses!
A Clear Path Forward
Priceless.
Instead of bouncing between random advice online, you’ll finally understand how the pieces fit together — and what to do next.
You’ll be joining a friendly, welcoming community of fellow writers, backed by a family business that’s helped thousands of people fulfill their children’s writing dreams for over three decades.
A $348 value. Yours today for
$57
One payment • Instant access • Beginner friendly
If you dream of writing for children or teens, this is the place for you.
Who This Is For:
The Children's Writing Jumpstart Pack is Perfect for Aspiring Children’s Writers Who:
- Have always wanted to write for children but didn't know where to begin
- Feel overwhelmed by conflicting advice online
- Have ideas for stories but struggle to turn them into finished books
- Want a clear, beginner-friendly path instead of random tips
- Are serious about finally making real progress
- Want guidance from credible, experienced children’s publishing professionals
Get Started
Everything You Need to Begin Your Children’s Writing Journey
- Amazing Journey: Our powerful step-by-step beginner's course
- One Year, 12 Issue e-Subscription to Children's Book Insider, the Children's Writing Monthly
- Monthly exclusive Above The Slushpile Submission Opportunities with top publishers & literary agencies
- Full Access to our 3+ Year Back Issue Archive
- Full access to more than 80 hours of video writing instruction from top authors and editors
- Support & Inspriation from a Friendly Community of Fellow Writers
A $348 value. Yours today for
$57
One payment • Instant access • Beginner friendly
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
I'm a complete beginner, will this help me?
Yes. The Children’s Writing Jumpstart Pack was designed specifically for aspiring writers who are just getting started or who feel overwhelmed by where to begin.
I've done some writing, but haven't been published. How will this help me?
You’re about to take your writing career to the next level! Amazing Journey will help you understand parts of the process that have stumped you, and your Children’s Book Insider subscription will be a gold mine of how-to instruction, inspiration and lots of exclusive publishing opportunities.
What is Amazing Journey?
Amazing Journey is a text and video-based beginner-friendly course designed to help you understand the foundations of children’s writing and publishing in a clear, step-by-step way.
It also includes a publishing glossary, FAQs, children’s book cateogires & word counts and much more.
What is included in the Children’s Book Insider membership?
You’ll receive one full year of Children’s Book Insider, the Children’s Writing Monthly, including writing instruction, publishing insights, opportunities, encouragement, and guidance.
You’ll also have access to more than 40 back issues, 80+ hours of exclusive video instruction and some surpirse bonuses!
Is this live or self-paced?
Everything inside the Jumpstart Pack is self-paced, so you can move through the material at your own speed.
How do I access everything?
You’ll receive instant digital access to Amazing Journey, the Back Issue Archive, the video library and the current issue of Children’s Book Insider immediately after purchase.
Then, each month you’ll download a fresh issue of Children’s Book Insider
Do I need previous writing experience?
No previous publishing or writing experience is required.
Is there a money back guarantee?
Yes! You have 30 days to look everything over. If you’re not completely satisfied, let us know and we’ll refund your purchase price.
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One payment • Instant access • Beginner friendly
Jon, Laura & Matt Bard. The family behind Children’s Book Insider since 1990.
