Getting started
6 posts on this topic.
12 October 2026 · 8 min read
How to self-publish a children’s picture book
Self-publishing a picture book, step by step: word count, page count, illustration costs, consistent characters, print-ready files, ISBNs and launch.
5 October 2026 · 8 min read
Picture books for big changes in a child's life
A guide to picture books for a new sibling, starting school, fear of the dark and more: what each change feels like, and the books that help a child with it.
29 September 2026 · 9 min read
How to publish a paperback on KDP: the checklist
The ordered checklist for publishing a paperback on Amazon KDP: trim, paper, page count, interior and cover PDFs, metadata, pricing, proof and review.
22 September 2026 · 6 min read
How to make a picture book starring your child
A step-by-step walkthrough of making a personalised picture book where your child stays recognisable on every page, from a few photos to a print-ready PDF.
28 August 2026 · 6 min read
Reluctant readers: how to get a child excited about books
Most children who "hate reading" just haven't met the right book. Practical, specific ways to change that, from graphic novels to letting them pick.
10 August 2026 · 3 min read
How to choose photos for a book that looks like your child
A few clear, well-lit photos of your child’s face beat a big pile of blurry ones. Exactly what to upload, what to leave out, and why it keeps the likeness.