Use this FREE tool to make some decisions on your children's book!

Planning a children's book involves much more than writing a great story. Decisions like page size, illustration style, page count, typography, text placement, and printing options all work together to create the reading experience. Choosing these elements early can save time, reduce costs, and help your book connect with its intended audience.

Whether you're writing your very first picture book or preparing your next publication, this free planning tool will guide you through the key creative and production decisions that professional publishers consider before a book goes to illustration or design.

Simply answer a series of questions about your story, target audience, and publishing goals. Based on your responses, you'll receive personalized recommendations for your book's format, illustration style, layout, and production options, along with explanations to help you understand why each recommendation fits your project.

By the end, you'll have a clear publishing blueprint that you can use when working with an illustrator, designer, or publisher, or as a roadmap for self-publishing with confidence.