Write Animal Picture Book for Toddlers
Budget: £250 – £750 GBP
I want a charming, toddler-friendly manuscript that celebrates animals through simple, melodic language. The story will be published as a picture book for children aged 0-3, so every word needs to invite read-aloud moments, reinforce early vocabulary, and leave plenty of space for bold, colorful illustrations.
The vision
• Length: roughly 12–14 spreads, no more than 150–180 words total.
• Tone: playful, rhythmic, easy to repeat.
• Structure: each spread highlights a different animal action or sound, ending with a cozy, satisfying close.
• Illustration notes: brief cues that help an artist understand the scene without dictating the art.
Deliverable
A polished Word or Google Docs file that includes final text plus those concise illustration notes. When I read it aloud, it should flow smoothly in under two minutes and feel engaging for a lap-reading setting.
If you’ve written for this age group before and know how to balance rhythm, repetition, and developmental appropriateness, your expertise will shine here. I’m happy to answer questions about theme or pacing, and I’ll provide prompt feedback on drafts so we can reach a submission-ready manuscript together.
The vision
• Length: roughly 12–14 spreads, no more than 150–180 words total.
• Tone: playful, rhythmic, easy to repeat.
• Structure: each spread highlights a different animal action or sound, ending with a cozy, satisfying close.
• Illustration notes: brief cues that help an artist understand the scene without dictating the art.
Deliverable
A polished Word or Google Docs file that includes final text plus those concise illustration notes. When I read it aloud, it should flow smoothly in under two minutes and feel engaging for a lap-reading setting.
If you’ve written for this age group before and know how to balance rhythm, repetition, and developmental appropriateness, your expertise will shine here. I’m happy to answer questions about theme or pacing, and I’ll provide prompt feedback on drafts so we can reach a submission-ready manuscript together.