Have you ever wanted to write a book or short story for children? Or wanted to help your children write one? How do you write non-fiction or write a picture book? Writing for children requires skill, persistence and a lot of hard work. Knowing how to do your research, where to research and how to get ideas is a key factor in ensuring success. Overcoming writer's block is a problem that every author faces. Learn how to create a plot which will keep readers turning the pages, desperate to find out what happens next. Creating memorable characters and locations helps bring a story alive. Equally important is the need to learn to edit your work. Writing for Children: The Essential Guide is a practical no-nonsense guide, written in a style anyone can understand. It offers hints, tips, ideas and examples of how to achieve your dream of becoming a published children's author.