Some resources are paid; most are free of charge. Many have both paid and free options. Check links for specifics.
GENERAL
A list of general sources and organizations for both newcomers and established writers and illustrators.
QUERYING AND SUBMITTING
Ready to submit, but not sure where to send your work? Time to do your research. Check out these resources.
PICTURE BOOK SUPPORT
A wealth of online kidlit communities, challenges, courses, contests, and events for writers and illustrators of picture books, organized by month.
MIDDLE GRADE / YOUNG ADULT SUPPORT
A wealth of online kidlit communities, challenges, courses, contests, and events for writers and illustrators of middle grade and young adult, organized by month.
ONLINE MOTIVATORS AND CRITIQUE OPPORTUNITIES
Need a little help and support to get started or to keep going? Check out these online events.
MORE HELPFUL BLOGS & BOOKS
The writing community is full of helpful advice.
WRITERS' RUMPUS 