Agent Query Letter + Annotations for Children's Books

Get a behind-the-scenes look at what makes a query letter stand out in the world of children’s publishing. In this resource, bestselling author Laura Wifler breaks down a real, successful query line by line—showing you exactly how to capture an agent’s attention, communicate your story’s heart, and present yourself as a professional author. You’ll walk away with a clear understanding of what to say, what to skip, and how to write a letter that opens doors for your picture book manuscript.

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Laura Wifler's Actual Children's Book Proposal + Template and Annotations

I’m thrilled to share my exact book proposal—the one that landed me multiple offers and a publishing deal! This isn’t theory or a template; it’s the real thing I personally crafted to grab a publisher’s attention. You’ll see exactly how I structured it, what made it stand out, and how you can use the same approach to make your own proposal shine and show publishers you’re ready for a yes!

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Picture Book Edit with Laura Wifler

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Strategy Call with Laura Wifler

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The Children’s Book Illustrator Directory: 50+ Places to Look

Finding the right illustrator can feel impossible. This curated guide makes it simple with 50+ places to look—agencies, directories, portfolios, and even the best hashtags and search terms. Save hours of research and discover where professional illustrators actually hang out online. Whether you’re self-publishing or going traditional, this guide helps you find the perfect artist to bring your story to life.

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The Christian KidLit Pitch Kit: Get my real, proven proposal, query, agent interview + a live call to get you published

The first step in landing a book deal is usually finding a literary agent to represent your work. In this informative interview, Laura Wifler talks with acclaimed Christian literary agent, Andrew Wolgemuth, from top agency Wolgemuth and Wilson. Inside this teaching you'll learn an agent does, how much to pay them, how to find one, and how to land one to represent you and your work. Plus you'll receive a sample agent query letter with annotated guidelines, examples, and industry best practices. It's a gold mine of insider knowledge!

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The Essential Edits for Picture Book Perfection

The Essential Edits for Picture Book Perfection walks you step-by-step through the process every successful children’s book author uses to polish their manuscript before publication. With bestselling author and editor Laura Wifler as your guide, you’ll learn how to strengthen your story’s structure, refine your language, and elevate your writing so it sparkles on every page.

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The KidLit Lab's Manuscript Masterclass

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The KidLit Lab's Manuscript Masterclass - Fall 25

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The KidLit Lab's Story School

The KidLit Lab's Story School is the place for your young author to learn the ins and outs of what it takes to write a great story. Let them learn from bestselling, award-winning, children's book author, Laura Wifler, to give them foundational skills to build on for a lifetime.

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