Children’s Book Proposal Creation FOR
Winston Duke
In collaboration with Roda Ahmed of Hightree Publishing
Overview
Our team at Hightree Publishing will create a professional, agent- and publisher-ready proposal that captures the strength of your concept, your positioning as an author, and the market potential of your book. This proposal will be designed not only to communicate your vision clearly, but also to inspire confidence in agents, editors, and potential publishing partners.
What’s Included
1. Discovery & Concept Refinement
- Initial Strategy Call: We’ll discuss your concept in depth, including the storyline, themes, characters, and your vision for the book.
- Market Positioning: Identify the unique angle of your story and where it sits in today’s children’s publishing landscape. We’ll clarify comparable titles, target audience, and how your book stands out.
- Author Positioning: Define your credibility and platform. Why you are the right author for this story.
2. Proposal Development
Your custom proposal will include all the sections that agents and publishers expect:
- Overview / Hook: A compelling opening that immediately conveys the story’s heart and commercial potential.
- Synopsis: A concise yet engaging summary of the manuscript.
- Sample Text: Polished manuscript pages (typically 2–3 spreads).
- Market Analysis: Competitor and comparable titles, plus positioning to show where your book belongs on the shelf.
- Author Bio: Spotlight your relevant background, expertise, and platform.
- Marketing & Sales Angle: Notes on how the book could be promoted and why it will sell.
3. Professional Design & Layout
- The final proposal will be delivered as a professionally designed PDF that looks polished and compelling. It will be on par with the proposals agents and editors expect from serious authors.
- Layout will integrate text and visuals seamlessly, so the presentation reflects the creative quality of the book itself.
4. Revisions & Refinement
- Up to two rounds of revisions to ensure the proposal reflects your vision and feels agent-ready.
- Feedback incorporated from you and your team until the proposal is finalized.
Please note, until the deposit is received, we cannot book your project in, and other projects may take precedence in this time.
Roda Ahmed is a New York Times bestselling publisher, author, and creative guide dedicated to telling powerful stories that center children of color, awaken imagination, and inspire legacy.
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