How to Write a Children’s Book - ALWAYS DO THIS FIRST!

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  • @EeviJones
    @EeviJones  4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Thanks so much for watching! Let me know in the comments if you have any questions regarding how to write a children’s book. And if you’re planning to write a childrens’ book, let me know! I can’t wait to cheer you on!

    • @rhondacolombo5129
      @rhondacolombo5129 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes I have begun writing my first children’s picture book. It has been a goal of mine for years and years. I’m on my third rewrite and am having trouble with the ending.

  • @larryrobey2986
    @larryrobey2986 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Eevi, this video was invaluable for me from start to finish. As I begin my marketing journey after releasing my book, I am sure your convincing conviction on the importance of mindset will prove to be the silver bullet. Thank you so much!

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I really, really love hearing this, Larry! Thanks so much for your kind words!

  • @carolraymond618
    @carolraymond618 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Invaluable!! Thank you 😁 for sharing your invaluable time and experience with everyone 🌹

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much for taking this time to leave such a kind comment, Carol! I so appreciate you!

  • @RM-oi9ju
    @RM-oi9ju 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Great video! Yes, my 16-year-old daughter is planning to publish her first book soon. She has her manuscript ready and working with an illustrator. She is also reading your book to get more info. on this process.

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That is so wonderful to hear! I just love that your 16-year-old daughter is about to publish her very first book and am so grateful she is reading my book to support her. Please let me know how it goes, RM!!

    • @sitihere
      @sitihere 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@EeviJones do you know anyone that speak English as second Language successfully self-published and sell the books?

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sitihere Yes! English isn't my first language either. I hope this helps, Siti!

  • @michaeljarmstrongjr5569
    @michaeljarmstrongjr5569 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Yvonne!! I definitely have more clarity now regarding my mission, goals and individual journey as a children’s book author.
    Gratitude 🙏

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's so fantastic to hear!

  • @dr.vinodkumar1283
    @dr.vinodkumar1283 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for guidance

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  ปีที่แล้ว

      You're so, so welcome!

  • @andreaross3283
    @andreaross3283 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! This was such a great offering. ☺️ thank you.

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  ปีที่แล้ว

      You're so very welcome, Andrea! Have such a great week!

  • @charlesmejias3077
    @charlesmejias3077 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    WOW! I've watched several videos such as yours and never have I been so informed in a straight to the point kind of way, thank you! 😁😁

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm so, so happy to hear this, Charles!

    • @charlesmejias3077
      @charlesmejias3077 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      One must give credit where it's due. What sparked your interest in performing masterpieces?

  • @DanielDubiel-o5w
    @DanielDubiel-o5w ปีที่แล้ว

    Your the BEST Eevi! Please keep sharing videos

  • @rhondacolombo5129
    @rhondacolombo5129 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video was extremely helpful.

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm so, so happy to hear this, Rhonda!

  • @tjd7964
    @tjd7964 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Evie, How do you layout inside pages so you can see the right and left page spread?

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hi there! You can do so by simply creating a physical book dummy, or you can use Google docs. If you are asking how I format my interior pages, I use my templates. I went ahead and shared them below, if you'd like to take a look - www.eevijones.com/childrens-book-layout-template/

  • @heathermacdonald6404
    @heathermacdonald6404 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Eevi! I just ordered your book How to Self-Publish a Children's Book. Can't wait to get into it. Thanks for the useful video too!

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so, so happy to hear this, Heather!

  • @fionpica5673
    @fionpica5673 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful, generous advice - so kind 😊- God bless ❤

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much, Fion Pica567!!

  • @sashadelong5734
    @sashadelong5734 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I purchased your book at the beginning of quarantine, and it has been so helpful! Thank you so much for all the tips and information!

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for sharing this Sasha! I'm so glad you find the book so helpful!

    • @livinggreen7630
      @livinggreen7630 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What's the name of the book?

  • @boyandbelugee
    @boyandbelugee 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for these tips!! We are working on a poem picture book and need to decide the age range. We’ll get your book! Thank you!

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're so welcome! I'm glad this helped. And good luck with your poem picture book!

  • @johnparnham5945
    @johnparnham5945 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Eevi. I discovered this video by accident. I already have your book and although I haven't read it yet it's on my list to read. I am on my second or is it third draft of my 📖 having sent it to an editor and I'm sure that your guidance will be very useful.

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so glad to hear you're working on you very own children's book, John! Hopefully you find my book helpful, especially during the illustration process. Good luck, John!!

  • @mrboombastic4664
    @mrboombastic4664 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank You :)

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are so welcome!!

  • @sandraecker7243
    @sandraecker7243 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks, Eevi for these tips. I have purchased your book and I am looking forward to reading it. Looking forward to learning all I can on this journey of becoming a Children's Picture Book author.

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's so wonderful to hear, Sandra! I wish you so much fun with the creation of your very own children's book!

  • @mervinebanks9401
    @mervinebanks9401 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    👏 Good Job. Very essential points. Thank you.
    I just subscribed.

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much, Mervin!

  • @MikesYogaChannel
    @MikesYogaChannel 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative, thank you

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're so welcome!!

  • @Loud_Thinker
    @Loud_Thinker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have a question: After my son finishes reading me a book, we turn off the light and i tell him stories. Sometimes non-fiction stories from my childhood, sometimes i make up stories! He like those a lot,asking me for "fiction"
    I spontaneously made up a story recently. I made it up as i went. Up until that moment,i had no idea what that night would bring. The story was about a lonely crocodile. I even loved it. The very next morning i digged it. And found a book about the lonely crocodile called Salty.
    How could I have avoided plagiarism of i were not to see Salty come up on my research a d published a book almost identical?
    What are your tips? How do you handle that as there are millions of books out there? Thanks in advance!

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Hi Gokhan! Thanks so much for your comment! Most story lines have been used over and over again. There aren't too many truly original stories out there any longer. So even though your story might have been similar to someone else's, that doesn't mean people will assume you've plagiarized others' work. I hope this helps, Gokhan! I love that you've been making up stories for your little one!

  • @swizzie2000
    @swizzie2000 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Keep up the great work! SPI Pro in the house! :)

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much, Mark!

  • @thesimplelifeofcc9691
    @thesimplelifeofcc9691 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for showing us this, it is quite mind blowing trying to format a book. I’m ready to pull my hair out. I have my story and illustrations on pdf - but don’t know how to make a cover for my book.
    It’s a childrens book. And I don’t know how to load it.. does a childrens book have to be done on Kdp kids create or can it be done on Kdp?? I just don’t understand.. aggggghh

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're so welcome! To make your cover, please feel free to use my Illustration Template Generating tool (www.eevijones.com/illustration-template-generator/) to help you with the sizing. I use the KDP Kids' Creator Tool to format my ebook as well, so that would be a great tool.

    • @relaxtravelandfood.
      @relaxtravelandfood. ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was wondering if you manage to complete your book?!

  • @robertnegron6804
    @robertnegron6804 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    not every story has to have a message behind it...there's nothing wrong with just writing a good story if the reader finds a message somewhere in there, that's all good, but not every story has to have a message or lesson in it.

    • @EeviJones
      @EeviJones  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Correct, Robert. See minute marker 1:18.

  • @jakobbourne6381
    @jakobbourne6381 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking for great books to give to kids while young? try educational books, not just your regular ones but the custom ones such as *personalised childrens books* - you theme this right w/ the correct labels, cover design and names to leave a greater impact to young book lovers

  • @acac5602
    @acac5602 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Speak up I can't hear you