Does your picture book manuscript feel too long? 📝 Or maybe you're wondering if it's actually an early reader, chapter book, or something in between?

In this episode of the Journey to Kidlit podcast, Brooke Van Sickle tackles:

* How long is too long for a picture book

* What counts as a complete story with proper pacing

* Why pagination matters more than word count

* What to do when your book doesn’t have a clear problem or conflict

* And how to rework your idea so it’s more marketable (and fun!)

Perfect for writers unsure about age ranges, genres, or how to tighten their manuscript. You’ll also hear tips for writing from the right point of view and when to ditch your main character in favor of the reader! 😉

Tune in now and download your FREE Children’s Book Template to get started 👉 https://journeytokidlit.com/get-the-template

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LINKS FOR EPISODE:

* Join Kidlit Academy: https://journeytokidlit.com/kidlit-academy

* Get the FREE template: https://journeytokidlit.com/get-the-template