Can you have a successful children's picture book from self-publishing?

Is self-publishing really worthwhile, or is it always better to stick out for a mainstream publishing deal?

Here are three examples that show you it’s not only possible for you to have a fantastically successful book by starting out with self-publishing, but that it may be the best option for certain types of children’s books.

Whether you’re a writer, illustrator (or both!) you can learn the inside secrets, tips and tricks of how to create your own children’s picture book for fun or profit.

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[flickaddict]

Liked and subscribed. Since my toddler was born, my creativity outlets have dwindled. We read to him every night, and I love to draw. I am thinking about taking a stab at trying a story or two. If nothing else, I can read it to my two-year-old. Thanks for all of the advice.

[melindedemmers]

Thanks for taking some time to inform other people on self-publishing. I’m busy creating my own first children’s book, so I will watch more videos of you with great interest. Your expertise is very much appreciated. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🤗

[thispapercloud]

Finally watched this one (it was in my queue for awhile) and I'm so glad I did. Thanks for the insights. I'm a graphic novelist and was introduced to the traditional process, but I have been thinking that self-publishing may be a better choice, esp in today's world. This has given me more to think on as I work on things. Thanks for sharing it!

[judysheerwatters-youhaveas]

I just happened on your video on self Publishing. I love to hear all the success stories in the past who went through this route and then was picked up by traditional publisher. You give so much advice and so much information on your videos. Thank you so much.

[christyanfox]

Thank you Karmur! I’ve been concentrating on finishing the videos for the writing & illustration courses at the moment but will upload more free videos as soon as I get some time. Good luck with your book.

[shellecedurfee]

Thank you! Your videos are really helpful. I am an artist seeking to become an illustrator and children book author and I appreciate your videos so much! ❤️

[karinahmurphy]

These videos are so informative and so well put together, thank you so much for uploading these videos!. I am looking at self publishing a children's book myself, looking at Amazon kindle at the moment and these videos have been so helpful. Looking forward to your other videos.

[penguin_mom]

Thank you for sharing your experience about self publishing! I have learned a lot and will be following your channel for more!

[merianne]

Thank you so much for this video. Great motivation for me!

[lauralarosa.]

Great video. I still have the Peter Rabbit book set I got as a child in the late 80s'.

[vcvc]

I just watched a couple of videos on your channel. Kudos on being so clear and direct. However, you make it all sound so easy and nice... I've heard stories about independent artists who get their ideas stolen by others with more experience and money to invest... I'm afraid of self-publishing, just to see someone copy my idea and put more money into it to sell it. How do you protect yourself from that?

[leslieaharden]

Thank you for helping reveal the CPB journey.

[doloresraventosdecastro]

I LOOK FORWARD TO CONTINUE WATCHING OTHER VIDEOS. FROM CARACAS.

[angietaylor]

Potter’s little books are Soooo ADORABLE! ...hmmm!😊

[jackiesicilian]

The book makes kids fall asleep, thats the reason for its success!

[CarmenStuart-jumq]

Thankyou for your informative video. Is it a viable option to self publish a children’s storybook using photographs instead of illustrations?

[amandapowers]

Is there a way to add a page in the front or back of a book with stickers when self publishing?

[melanieklarofficial]

I don’t think there is any way that it could spike from 300/month to 29000/month in one month for no reason. Something happened. Otherwise it would have ramped up-not spiked in one month. There’s no way. Has anyone asked the author?

[Ruthie]

I'm so frustrated that Barnes&Nobel and other stores won't let you physically put your book in their stores, even if you publish through them and Ingram Spark.