How to write, revise, polish, and pitch your picture books
without the stress and mistakes that so many pre-published authors make
HAVE YOU BEEN WONDERING...
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> I have many projects, where do I start?
> Are my stories good enough? > How do I know this book will sell? > Which of my stories have the best chance? > Why am I not getting the results I desire? |
> How do I revise effectively?
> How can I attract an agent with my work? > Should I be submitting to publishers? > Who can help me with my craft & help me navigate the industry? |
The authoring process can be so overwhelming without the right mentor to guide and support you.
Ready for a deeper dive, customized coaching, and a complete body of work makeover?
This mentorship is for intermediate level picture book writers who have been writing for a while and have created a body of work but are not published yet and haven't been able to attract an agent. It's for those who struggle with getting to the next level, who feel stuck and frustrated with the lack of results. It's for writers who are serious about advancing their writing career and who need rounds of professional critiques, help with writing effective pitches and query letters, will benefit from coaching, brainstorming sessions, resources, guidance, and a professional makeover for their work.
This program offers an intensive 1:1 work, resulting in a transformational process! Writers who complete the mentorship come out with polished work, a professional submission package ready to be sent out, and a personalized list of agents and publishers to submit to. In addition, they gain clarity, confidence, and a customized plan of action to help them get to the next level on the way to publication. If this resonates with you, please keep reading....
[Admission to the Mentorship is by application only; contact me for complete details on what it would look like working with me and what the private coaching includes, plus some amazing extras! The brochure will be emailed to you upon request]
This mentorship is for intermediate level picture book writers who have been writing for a while and have created a body of work but are not published yet and haven't been able to attract an agent. It's for those who struggle with getting to the next level, who feel stuck and frustrated with the lack of results. It's for writers who are serious about advancing their writing career and who need rounds of professional critiques, help with writing effective pitches and query letters, will benefit from coaching, brainstorming sessions, resources, guidance, and a professional makeover for their work.
This program offers an intensive 1:1 work, resulting in a transformational process! Writers who complete the mentorship come out with polished work, a professional submission package ready to be sent out, and a personalized list of agents and publishers to submit to. In addition, they gain clarity, confidence, and a customized plan of action to help them get to the next level on the way to publication. If this resonates with you, please keep reading....
[Admission to the Mentorship is by application only; contact me for complete details on what it would look like working with me and what the private coaching includes, plus some amazing extras! The brochure will be emailed to you upon request]
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My road to being an award-winning published author wasn't easy. As a young girl growing up in Bulgaria I developed a passion for writing and was fascinated with the power of words. Writing remained a hobby until 2004 when I revisited my love for writing and began penning children's stories. In the beginning, I was so confused and didn't know where to start. I relied on a community of fellow writers to learn and improve my craft daily. 19 years, 5 agents, and several traditionally published books later I'm here to guide you through the process so you don't make the same mistakes I did or spend years trying to figure things out.
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Can you relate?Are you fed up with putting off your dream because you don't know where to start? Are you overwhelmed by the amount of information you need to learn? Are you tired of searching through the endless blog posts, articles and social media feeds trying to piece together the steps? |
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If you're overwhelmed with making your dream a reality, let me help you! I walked the road, made the mistakes, got through the stressful days, and now I want to help you avoid all those lows. The Picture Book Mastery Mentorship will change your journey. Rosie will coach you every step of the way, from writing your first draft to getting ready to query agents and submit to publishers. With many happy clients, this could be a game-changer for you, too. The Picture Book Mastery Mentorship will provide you the help, support, guidance, and resources you need to reach your goals! |
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Success Stories!
"Thank you, Rosie! Mentor Extraordinaire!!!" -Becky Hohensee
Check out Becky's agency author page HERE
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My mentee, Blair Williamson is now a multi-published, award-winning author! Her debut picture book released in November 2022! Congrats, Blair! Her second book is coming up!
Christine received multiple offers of representation, and she was prepared to go through the process of picking the right agent for her career. Congrats, Christine!
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Our students have great things to say!
"Rosie really helped me launch my writing career!"
I completed 3 months of one-on-one membership with her. Can't say enough fabulous things! You are truly such gold when it comes to guiding others in the picture book writing and publishing world. A true gem!! Only speaking the truth. <3
-Blair N.W. Children's Author (See Blair's success story above.)
I completed 3 months of one-on-one membership with her. Can't say enough fabulous things! You are truly such gold when it comes to guiding others in the picture book writing and publishing world. A true gem!! Only speaking the truth. <3
-Blair N.W. Children's Author (See Blair's success story above.)
"Having Rosie J. Pova as a mentor was worth every penny!"
Her constructive feedback, encouragement, and infectious enthusiasm allowed me to produce three polished manuscripts and queries. Her knowledge of the craft set me on a positive path. Based on years of experience, she shared many important insights into the writing business. Rosie’s love of the children for whom she writes, shines through--and she’s willing to pass it on.
-Virginia B.
Her constructive feedback, encouragement, and infectious enthusiasm allowed me to produce three polished manuscripts and queries. Her knowledge of the craft set me on a positive path. Based on years of experience, she shared many important insights into the writing business. Rosie’s love of the children for whom she writes, shines through--and she’s willing to pass it on.
-Virginia B.
"Her mentorship felt like an entire semester masterclass on children's literature and publishing insights."
I’m so thankful I had the opportunity to work with Rosie J. Pova. Rosie always fielded my many questions with grace, positivity, and guidance. I feel more confident as I navigate my writing path to publication and wholeheartedly recommend her services.
-Christine A. (See Christine's success story above.)
I’m so thankful I had the opportunity to work with Rosie J. Pova. Rosie always fielded my many questions with grace, positivity, and guidance. I feel more confident as I navigate my writing path to publication and wholeheartedly recommend her services.
-Christine A. (See Christine's success story above.)
"With Rosie's lessons and edits, I think I'm finally on my way to polishing a story I can be proud of..."
I'm in the thick of one of Rosie J. Pova's classes on children's book writing as we speak, and I truly could not be having a better experience. Each of Rosie's lessons has been so eye-opening — about ideating, the writing process, editing, the industry, all of it! It's all truly invaluable. Plus, each lesson is so clear, concise, and encouraging — I'm excited to read them before I even receive them. And then I'm excited to get to work! With Rosie's lessons and edits, I think I'm finally on my way to polishing a story I can be proud of — and, I hope, publish. Thank you, Rosie!"
-Rose W. (See Rose's success story above.)
I'm in the thick of one of Rosie J. Pova's classes on children's book writing as we speak, and I truly could not be having a better experience. Each of Rosie's lessons has been so eye-opening — about ideating, the writing process, editing, the industry, all of it! It's all truly invaluable. Plus, each lesson is so clear, concise, and encouraging — I'm excited to read them before I even receive them. And then I'm excited to get to work! With Rosie's lessons and edits, I think I'm finally on my way to polishing a story I can be proud of — and, I hope, publish. Thank you, Rosie!"
-Rose W. (See Rose's success story above.)
"Her ten-week course is like a condensed version of a bachelor’s degree in children’s literature... This course and Rosie’s expertise was an answered prayer!"
"I started off not knowing anything about how to write a picture book. I had a vision to teach and empower children to question, think, and learn. Rosie helped me create a story with a relatable character that has given life to this dream. Her ten-week course is like a condensed version of a bachelor’s degree in children’s literature but more valuable with the business connections and insight with agents and publishers. This course and Rosie’s expertise was an answered prayer!"
-Sarah K. M.D.
"I started off not knowing anything about how to write a picture book. I had a vision to teach and empower children to question, think, and learn. Rosie helped me create a story with a relatable character that has given life to this dream. Her ten-week course is like a condensed version of a bachelor’s degree in children’s literature but more valuable with the business connections and insight with agents and publishers. This course and Rosie’s expertise was an answered prayer!"
-Sarah K. M.D.
"You were so instrumental in my journey - I will always have you to thank for how much I've learned!" -Gail S.
Polish your body of work and start down the road to publishing with the
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Get your picture books ready to publish with a
mentorship proven to propel your career
mentorship proven to propel your career
The Picture Book Mastery Mentorship is a one-to-one
customized, structured mentorship that will
launch your career as kid-lit author.
Each week students will get step-by-step lessons through The Picture Book Mastery System to transform their idea (or existing project) into a polished draft. Rosie will provide her mentee with detailed feedback for three manuscripts and assist in crafting the pitch and query letters for each. A special guest editor will join Rosie in providing critique on another manuscript during a live Zoom call! During the Mentorship, you'll have unlimited access to Rosie via email, plus three 20-minute phone calls to use anytime during the training. Rosie wants to see you succeed so she's also providing her students with a list of agents and publishers that might suit you best, an extensive list of questions to ask your potential agent and her personal proposal template (10-15 pages) for submitting your fiction picture book! More details and extras included, contact Rosie to request the brochure with the complete outline for the program.
(Rosie: This mentorship is by application only! Please note that I carefully evaluate and select my mentees and I can only take on the right candidates for this private paid coaching program. Serious applicants only, please!)
(Rosie: This mentorship is by application only! Please note that I carefully evaluate and select my mentees and I can only take on the right candidates for this private paid coaching program. Serious applicants only, please!)
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE
Picture Book Mastery Mentorship?
Weekly Lessons The Picture Book Mastery System takes you step-by-step from idea to polished draft, gives you the tools techniques, and resources you need, plus planning sessions. |
Critiques Initial detailed feedback, follow-up, and pitch and query letters for three manuscripts. Live Zoom critique with Rosie and guest Editor for another manuscript. |
Support Support via email during the entire mentorship. Plus, Zoom coaching calls, guidance, accountability, and a customized action plan. |
Bonuses
1) A personalized submission list for agents and publishers
2) An extensive list of questions to ask when you're interviewing agents
3) Rosie's own Picture Book Submission Proposal Template
4) Building Your Author Brand Before You're Published mini course
5) Writing Picture Books with Heart digital workshop
1) A personalized submission list for agents and publishers
2) An extensive list of questions to ask when you're interviewing agents
3) Rosie's own Picture Book Submission Proposal Template
4) Building Your Author Brand Before You're Published mini course
5) Writing Picture Books with Heart digital workshop
Say "Yes!" to your future as a published children's author!
Space is limited in each mentorship cycle so Rosie can give her best to each student. Prospective students should fill out the application for Rosie to review. In a short time, Rosie will review your application and let you know if you've been accepted.
Get on the waiting list for the next mentorship cycle!
Invest in yourself and your dreams by submitting your application today!
(Only serious applicants, please!)
Get on the waiting list for the next mentorship cycle!
Invest in yourself and your dreams by submitting your application today!
(Only serious applicants, please!)
Tuition due upon acceptance.
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