Adventure Picture Book Writer Needed

Job ID: 40550387

Budget: $250 – $750 USD

I’m ready to bring an original adventure picture book to life for readers aged 8–10. I have the broad concept and target audience in place; now I need a creative writer who can shape a captivating narrative that balances fast-paced action with age-appropriate language and themes.

The ideal manuscript will run roughly 1,000–1,500 words, broken into clear page spreads so an illustrator can follow the flow easily. Expect a strong central hero, vivid world-building, and plenty of cliff-hanger moments that keep kids turning pages while still wrapping up with a satisfying resolution. I’m looking for a tone that feels exciting yet relatable—think suspense without anything too dark for this age group.

Please craft wholly original text. I’ll need:
• A polished manuscript formatted into page spreads (e.g., “Page 1–2,” “Page 3–4”).
• Brief illustration notes where helpful (optional, but appreciated).
• Up to two revision rounds after my feedback to fine-tune pacing, dialogue, or word choice.

If you love spinning imaginative adventures for middle-grade picture-book readers, I’d love to hear how you’d tackle this story.