Self-help ✦ Penny’s Take
2015 Children's Writer's & Illustrator's Market
Chuck Sambuchino · 2014
74/100
👍 Worth It
This is a professional reference, not a story — a market guide for writers and illustrators trying to break into children's publishing, packed with listings, advice, and interviews with working authors and illustrators. It's part of a long-trusted annual series, so the bones are solid, but remember it's the 2015 edition and contact info for agents and markets goes stale fast. Handy if you're treating it as a craft resource rather than a current submissions directory.
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Verdict receipt0–100
Faith & family safety95
Substance / usefulness75
Craft & writing70
Originality48
Evidence & accuracy62
Hype vs delivers58
Age-fit85
Human-eye read55
Penny’s verdict74
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