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Avoid common mistakes before you illustrate or publish your first children’s book.

The first-time children’s book author starter pack

If you're writing your very first children's book, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Questions about illustration, publishing, page counts and costs can quickly become confusing. That's exactly why I created this free Starter Pack - to help you make informed decisions from the very beginning and avoid the mistakes that many first-time authors make.

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Inside you’ll learn how to:

✔ Know whether your manuscript is ready

✔ Understand typical word counts and page counts

✔ Avoid common first-time author mistakes

✔ Choose between traditional publishing and self-publishing

✔ Understand realistic illustration costs

✔ Plan your next steps with confidence

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About Nathan (me)

Hi, I’m Nathan.

I’m a UK-based children’s book illustrator and designer with over 25 years’ experience creating characters, illustrations and professionally finished design work. I help first-time authors turn manuscripts into illustrated, print-ready books.

What happens after you sign up?

  1. Enter your details

  2. Check your inbox

  3. Download the Starter Pack

  4. Start planning your book with more confidence

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If you’d like to discuss your manuscript, explore illustration options, or get a free no obligations quote, you’re very welcome to message me or book a short call.

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