Are you writing a children’s book, or do you aspire to?
We get emails all the time from our KYS community asking for tips for writing yoga books, so I sat down to have an awesome chat with bestselling author Susan Verde to get her writing tips.
Susan talks about her writing journey, the magic of yoga and mindfulness in children’s books, and the importance of creating books for children that inspire and nurture their young minds.
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3 Tips on Writing a Children’s Book that Adults and Children Love
1: What We Write:Incorporate Topics of Emotional Resilience in Children’s Stories
Susan Verde’s writing career journey went from teacher to bestselling author, and it all started with her love for yoga, mindfulness, and picture books.
In the interview below, Susan talks about the writing of her “I Am” series that came from her experiences with yoga and mindfulness.
In her stories, instead of just showing physical yoga postures, she captures emotions and experiences in stories that speak to children.
By mixing in mindfulness practices and inspiring children to explore their feelings through stories, we can help build up their emotional resilience and give them tools to build awareness of their inner world.
2: Why We Write:Say Goodbye to Self-Doubt and Hello to Creativity as a Writer
Susan’s advice on effective writing resonates not only with aspiring authors but also with teachers guiding young writers.
In the interview below, Susan emphasizes the importance of squashing self-doubt and overthinking by simply putting thoughts on paper and editing them later.
By creating a supportive environment where you can freely express yourself through writing, you empower yourself to unleash your creativity and build confidence in your voice.
Susan’s journey showed us that self-expression is important in letting creativity shine and building up that “I got this!” attitude in budding authors.
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3: How We Write:Build a Supportive Community for Writers
Building a community of fellow writers and supporters can be a game-changer for writers. This community is vital to bounce ideas off each other, give constructive feedback, and share work.
In the interview below, Susan talks about being a part of a group of like-minded writers and how it helps to build a sense of belonging, keeps you accountable, and gives you confidence to know that your unique voice matters.
Susan says that the real magic happens within her welcoming and encouraging communities of fellow writers and has been an important part of her author journey.
Susan Verde’s journey from teacher to bestselling author shows us the importance of getting clear on the purpose of your stories, crushing your self-doubt, expressing your creativity, and joining a supportive writing community. So, as Susan says, get out there and just keep sharing your stories far and wide! Believe in yourself!
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