Free Downloads for Authors
Free Resources for Children’s Book Authors
If you're a children’s book author, you know there’s a lot that goes into writing, publishing, and promoting your books.
This page is filled with free resources designed to help you stay organized, feel confident, and take the next step in your author journey. Whether you're preparing for events, publishing your first book, or planning a launch, these checklists will help guide you along the way.
Free Ultimate Author Event Checklist
Everything you need for book fairs, festivals, school visits, and signings.
This checklist helps you show up prepared so your events run smoothly and you feel confident selling your books and connecting with readers.
Download the checklist here:
https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/2158307/184201844699956556/share
Free Amazon KDP Checklist
Everything you need to upload your new book to Amazon KDP.
This checklist walks you through what to have ready before publishing so you don’t miss important steps during the upload process.
Download the checklist here:
https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/2158307/184203028772947166/share
Free School Event Checklist
Everything you may need for a successful school visit or author presentation.
This checklist helps you plan your presentation, choose your audience, and prepare for a meaningful experience with students.
Download the checklist here:
https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/2158307/184203377332192874/share
Free Kickstarter Checklist
Everything you need to launch your next book using Kickstarter.
This checklist guides you through planning, preparing, and setting up your campaign so you can launch with confidence.
Download the checklist here:
https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/2158307/184203845350459139/share
Need More Help as a Children’s Book Author?
If you’re looking for more personalized guidance, JoAnn also offers one-on-one coaching calls where you can ask questions and get support with your book, publishing process, or next steps.
Learn more about coaching here:
https://calendly.com/joannmdickinsonauthor/1-hour-coaching-call
Listen to the Beyond the Book with JoAnn Dickinson Podcast
JoAnn also hosts the Beyond the Book with JoAnn Dickinson podcast, where she shares insights and conversations to help children’s book authors navigate writing, publishing, and growing their books.
Listen on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/7mjhykL1T0fAuSJzcw6Tia
Watch on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@JoAnnMDickinsonAuthor/featured
