How much does a published book help for getting into college?

RayManta
Mon, 03 Dec 2018 17:35:07 +0000

What you are describing is an incredibly difficult accomplishment and you shouldn’t discount it. Only around 2% of authors ever get an agent, and a very small percent of those find a publisher. It is much worse for first-time authors. I am envious. I have many friends who have been trying for years to get a nibble from an agent or publisher. I (an adult) have had to form my own publishing company to get my work out there. What I don’t know is what you mean by a “kids book.” Do you mean middle grade fiction, or a picture book, or a chapter book for early readers? They are very, very different.

Anyway, you also haven’t indicated if you are a junior or a senior. If you’re a junior, there’s still time for you to “milk” your status by giving talks at local schools, maybe a lecture at your public library or trying to get a slot at a writing conference. Those sorts of events, I think, will help you portray yourself as someone who doesn’t see this as simply a one-off lark, but that you’re trying to build on the experience, advise others, and possibly continue to publish in the future. Have you created a web site to sell the book directly to the public, maybe including a blog about your writing adventures? For instance, do you plan to write a follow-up book, perhaps start a series? That could help show your passion and determination, which I think is what schools want to see most. Good luck.