Self-published children’s books on real-life issues
Parents self-publish children’s picture books tackling hard real-world topics such as divorce, illness and diversity, sold online.
The idea, in plain language
Two Canadian mothers self-publish children's picture books that tackle hard real-life topics like divorce, illness and diversity, sold online. The episode focuses on their motivation and publishing approach rather than revenue figures. The model relies on identifying an underserved emotional niche, writing and illustrating picture books, and distributing via online channels (presumably KDP/POD). Starting a book costs mostly time and a few hundred dollars per title.
Where the sources agree
- Parents can self-publish children's books on sensitive real-life topics
- The approach targets an underserved emotional niche (divorce, illness, diversity)
- Distribution is online rather than through traditional publishers
What each source says
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