Children’s Books Are in Demand
With all the media focus on literacy and the advantages of kids growing up around books, the market for juvenile fiction has been growing. Young adult fiction, a segment that barely existed a decade ago, is booming beyond all expectations, and authors like Gordon Korman and Rick Riordan are spinning out book series for the 9-12 year old segment that has kids hooked.
All in all, it’s a positive time for children’s book publishing, so if you’re looking to publish a book for kids or young adults, that’s a good thing for you.
Series books are very popular right now, so if you’ve got an idea that lends itself to an epic series that spans multiple books, you might find it easier to pitch to agents and publishers these days, as long as the idea and the writing are excellent.
When you’re planning your next book, watch the current trends in children’s book publishing and try and fit your proposal into the types of books that are currently top sellers.