Curious about writing stories for kids but overwhelmed by where to begin?

Writing Books for Kids: A Fun, No-Fuss Guide for s is your friendly, fuss-free companion to creating brilliant middle-grade books that 8–12-year-olds will actually want to read. Whether you’re a teacher, parent, dreamer, or doodler with a half-formed idea, this guide will walk you through the playful, powerful process of writing for children, with humour, heart, and absolutely no snobbery.

You’ll learn how to spark ideas from everyday life, shape lovable (or completely bonkers) characters, and write stories that blend burps and bravery with real emotional depth. From pacing and punchy dialogue to chapter structure, editing, and navigating the wild world of publishing (traditional or indie), this guide has your back.

Written by a professional screenwriter and author who’s sold books to Hollywood, adapted them into films, and written dozens of middle-grade adventures himself, this book is packed with insider know-how and real-world advice.

Full of laugh-out-loud examples, encouraging tips, and practical steps, this guide is a celebration of stories that matter—ones that help kids giggle, feel, imagine, and grow.

If you’re ready to write stories that pop, this is your launchpad. Let’s go!