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Thank you for requesting The First-Time Children's Book Author Starter Pack.

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You'll shortly receive an email from me containing:

Your download link for the Starter Pack

A quick introduction to who I am and how I help first-time children's book authors

Information about what you can expect over the coming weeks

If you don't see the email within a few minutes, please check your spam or junk folder.

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What happens next?

Over the next few weeks I'll occasionally send practical advice to help you move your children's book forward.

That might include:

  • Writing and illustration tips

  • Publishing guidance

  • Real book projects I've worked on

  • Common mistakes to avoid

  • Helpful resources for first-time authors

No spam. Just practical advice that I hope you'll find genuinely useful.

While you're here...

If you've already finished your manuscript, I'd be delighted to take a look.

My Free Children's Book Manuscript Review includes honest, constructive feedback to help you understand whether your story is ready to move forward.

There's absolutely no obligation, and you don't need to be ready to hire an illustrator.

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About Nathan (me)

For over 25 years I've been helping businesses, publishers and authors bring ideas to life through illustration and design.

Today I specialise in helping first-time children's book authors transform their stories into professionally illustrated, publish-ready books.

Whether you simply need some honest advice or you're looking for someone to guide you through the entire process, I'm always happy to help.

Thank you

I hope the Starter Pack helps make the publishing journey feel a little less overwhelming.

I look forward to hearing about your story.

Nathan Shelton - Children's Book Illustrator & Designer

Every children's book starts with a single idea

I hope your Starter Pack gives you the confidence to take the next step.

When you're ready, I'd love to hear YOUR story.