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Why Consider Writing Children's
Nonfiction? Market need: Most book and magazine editors have an unmet need for good nonfiction. Some editors claim that 90% of what they need is nonfiction, but 90% of what they receive is fiction. Pay: Publications pay per word upon acceptance or publication. Most of the nonfiction I have published in the past six months has paid between .25 and $1.00 per word. Turnaround: Nonfiction is often more time-sensitive. Queries and manuscripts for nonfiction often receive a much quicker response than fiction submissions. Efficiency: 75% of what I do in nonfiction is a query for an article. Upon acceptance, and with editorial input as to the slant they would like me to take, I spend my time writing something that is already sold. Writing Credits: Because of the unmet need for quality nonfiction, you have a higher probability of getting a good piece of writing published. Diversity: I always have several projects going at the same time. When I need a break from Young Rider Roundup, I work on a short piece for The Flicker or query another editor for my next assignment. Passion: Children's nonfiction is a great way to channel your energy and passion about a favorite topic. Mine is horses. Craft: Good writing is good writing. Working on the art of children's nonfiction will help you become a better writer. Kim Marie Wood often writes about her passion (horses) and is the author of FORELOCKS, FETLOCKS & HORSE TALES. To learn more about Kim and her books, visit her website at http://hometown.aol.com/marienkafer74/newmain.htm |
