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Are you/someone you know, a Kidlit author or illustrator, interested in sharing your publishing journey? Applications for the 2026 Feature Interview series on Chelsea’s World of Books Literary Blog are now open! Candidates are actively being considered. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

Spaces are limited and filling up fast so if you’re interested in applying for an interview space, don’t wait!

Hop over to Writers Helping Writers for a chance to win one of three 5-page critiques from Marissa Graff! 🎊 Marissa Graff is AMAZING. She's a Resident Writing Coach at Writers Helping Writers, worked as a reader for an agent for 5+ years and is with Angelella Editorial. Marissa

This month’s Feature Interview with Renee Bolla is beyond words inspiring and full of great tips for anyone looking to self publish. Renee is also offering THREE giveaway prizes to anyone who likes, shares, or comments on the article by July 31st! chelseasworldofbooks.com/2025/07/16/jul…

Any debut 2026 kidlit authors looking to make some interview connections? Applications for the 2026 feature interview NOW OPEN! 👇🏻👇🏻 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… Chelsea’s World of Books Literary Blog ✍️

This month’s feature interview guest was such a treat to talk to. And shared so many great tips for indie writers making it in Kidlit Publishing. chelseasworldofbooks.com/2025/07/16/jul…

Three book giveaway!! All you have to do to enter is drop a comment on Renee’s Feature Interview article here chelseasworldofbooks.com/2025/07/16/jul… EXTRA ENTRIES FOR EVERY SHARE/RETWEET & TAG chelseasworldofbooks Deadline to enter July 31st 11:59 PM CST.

FREE PICTURE BOOK GIVEAWAY!! Drop a comment on the linked page with your preferred choice of books 1-3 today!! 👉🏻 chelseasworldofbooks.com/2025/07/16/jul… ⭐️#1: The Truth About Stepmoms ⭐️ #2: Imagine That! ⭐️ #3: Finding Bunny Tag & share for extra entries! Giveaway ends July 31st 2025.

We offered on an amazing PB from last year's conference. We can't wait to see what comes our way this year. Grab your ticket now and save $15. That's the price of a book or fancy coffee. girlpowerhour.weebly.com/?fbclid=PAQ0xD…

Curious about self-publishing? This is for YOU! chelseasworldofbooks.com/2025/07/16/jul…

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I once got a query that opened with: “Dear Agent, you probably won’t like this…” Writers. PLEASE don’t sabotage yourselves in the first line. Confidence doesn’t mean arrogance—it means believing in your story enough to let someone else believe in it too. #WritingCommunity

I've got mine pre-ordered! But sadly I don't have a bear hat.

What's the secret to publishing timelines? Check out Leah Moser's inside scoop on PUBLISHING TIMELINES & HOW TO PREPARE FOR AN AUTHOR DEBUT in this month's Feature Interview! chelseasworldofbooks.com/2025/08/20/aug…

Well, I’m officially VAGUE!! 🥰🥰 I’ve signed my first something special today and could not be more excited to get started working with *vague* editor & publishing house!!

#MSWL Oldie but evergreen. A SYNOPSIS IS NOT A BLURB. Please include all major plot points, characters, conflict, stakes and RESOLUTION. That means all your SPOILERS including your FULL ENDING and cliffhangers. It might get you an offer, but we need to see your plan in action.