Want to write a picture book? Or improve the ones you've written? This guide offers detailed instruction, exercises, resources, encouragement and more to turn your ideas and works-in-progress into ready-to-submit manuscripts. It also includes interviews with leading children's book editors and industry professionals who provide insights and advice from their side of the desk. An indispensable resource for beginners, those who want to improve their craft, and teachers of writing and children's literature.