Writing for childrens magazines , Affordable online writing course , get published in magazines
Writing for childrens magazines, Affordable online writing course , get published in magazines

Ideal For

Beginner/Intermediate writers

Time

155 hours

12-18 Months

Tuition

Full Pay $1,220

Monthly $79

Ideal For

Beginner/Intermediate writers

Time

155 hours

12-18 Months

Tuition

Full Pay $1,220

Monthly $79

Writing For Childrens Magazines

Craft Compelling Stories

Perfect for aspiring writers interested in writing for children’s magazines, this streamlined course introduces students to crafting engaging fiction and nonfiction stories. You’ll master descriptive techniques, understand story structure, and learn how to match your work with the right publications. Tailor your manuscripts to fit editorial guidelines and boost your chances of getting published.

Writing for Magazines is an affordable online writing course option that offers practical guidance on how to get published in magazines.

Writing for Childrens Magazines

Craft Compelling Stories

Perfect for aspiring writers interested in writing for children’s magazines, this streamlined course introduces students to crafting engaging fiction and nonfiction stories. You’ll master descriptive techniques, understand story structure, and learn how to match your work with the right publications. Tailor your manuscripts to fit editorial guidelines and boost your chances of getting published.

Writing for Magazines is an affordable online writing course option that offers practical guidance on how to get published in magazines.

Meet your instructor

Guide to great writing

Where you'll see our published grads

Why Writing for Magazines?

CUSTOMIZED LEARNING

PERSONALIZED FEEDBACK

CONFIDENCE BUILDING

ACCOUNTABILITY

WORK AT YOUR OWN PACE

PATH TO PUBLISHING

CUSTOMIZED LEARNING

PERSONALIZED FEEDBACK

CONFIDENCE BUILDING

ACCOUNTABILITY

WORK AT YOUR OWN PACE

PATH TO PUBLISHING

CUSTOMIZED LEARNING

PERSONALIZED FEEDBACK

CONFIDENCE BUILDING

ACCOUNTABILITY

WORK AT YOUR OWN PACE

PATH TO PUBLISHING

Curriculum Overview

Learn the Basics

Choose Your Own Adventure

1

Pre-Thinking: Start with an idea

500 to 750-word story based on a picture and autobiographical letter.

OR

Nonfiction: Articles have their own structure

Nonfiction: 250 to 500 word article from a picture.

5

Plan your story: Map out three story or article ideas

Develop 3 outlines for stories, articles, or a combination of both. Include up to 3 market choices for each outline.

2

People your story with characters we can see

Fiction: 350 to 500 word objective description of a child.

OR

Show don’t tell! Using senses to bring scenes to life

350 to 500 word observation/description of an event, scene or action.

6

Develop the plot: Write and revise one story (or article) plan

Complete 1 story or article based on a chosen outline from Assignment 5.
Include a query letter.

3

People your story with characters we understand

Fiction: 350 to 500 word self-view of child in lesson 2.

OR

Expanding on engaging nonfiction

Nonfiction: 500 to 1,000 word article based on research.

7

Pull all your skills together for a story or article

Submit an article or story with 3 magazine choices and query letter.

4

Building a story: Each story has a structure

Fiction: 500 to 1,000 word story based loosely on a word list

OR

Tightening your nonfiction writing

Nonfiction: 500 to 1,000 word article based on research.

Learn the Basics

1

Pre-Thinking: Start with an idea

500 to 750-word story based on a picture and autobiographical letter.

OR

Nonfiction: Articles have their own structure

Nonfiction: 250 to 500 word article from a picture.

2

People your story with characters we can see

Fiction: 350 to 500 word objective description of a child.

OR

Show don’t tell! Using senses to bring scenes to life

350 to 500 word observation/description of an event, scene or action.

3

People your story with characters we understand

Fiction: 350 to 500 word self-view of child in lesson 2.

OR

Expanding on engaging nonfiction

Nonfiction: 500 to 1,000 word article based on research.

4

Building a story: Each story has a structure

Fiction: 500 to 1,000 word story based loosely on a word list

OR

Tightening your nonfiction writing

Nonfiction: 500 to 1,000 word article based on research.

Choose Your Own Adventure

5

Plan your story: Map out three story or article ideas

Develop 3 outlines for stories, articles, or a combination of both. Include up to 3 market choices for each outline.

6

Develop the plot: Write and revise one story (or article) plan

Complete 1 story or article based on a chosen outline from Assignment 5.
Include a query letter.

7

Pull all your skills together for a story or article

Submit an article or story with 3 magazine choices and query letter.

Materials Included In
Writing for Magazines

2024 Magazine Markets for Children's Writers IFW Publishing offers a complete roadmap to the changing world of publishing — get the inside scoop on what print and digital publishers are looking for in 2024. In addition to 608 new and updated listings, you’ll find bonus articles to boost your knowledge of the industry and increase your odds of getting published. Plus, you’ll find sections devoted to helping you create a polished submissions package including how to write and format a query letter and how to properly format your manuscript so you can make a professional impression on publishers. From Inspiration to Publication IFW Publishing Offers a wealth of practical advice on every aspect of writing for young adults. From Inspiration to Publication is a distillation of over 50 years of teaching individuals how to write for children and teens, and how to market and sell. It is the best treatment of the subject in print. The Elements of Style by William Strunk Jr. & E.B. White, 4th Edition A classic manual on the principles of English language. Decidedly the most practical handbook of grammar, correct usage, punctuation, and effective writing techniques. Searching: a Research
Guide for Writers
IFW Publications, 6th edition Prepared especially for our students, this handbook introduces a variety of sources and methods available for tracking down information, an indispensable guide to research resources.
Writing for Magazines Course Manual IFW Publishing The Instruction Manual published exclusively for our students. It contains assignments, idea generators, planning guides, writing and revision techniques and guidelines for preparing a book submission package. Supplementary Instructional Materials IFW Publications: Talk Abouts
How to Become a children’s author, scooters girl Running Girl. how to become a children's author
“The Writing for Children and Teens course has been helpful in developing the skills I've always wanted to hone. It has put me one step closer to achieving my goal of being a published author.”
- Samantha Altizer
"This course gave me clear examples on how to improve my writing. The assignments brought me out of my comfort zone to explore new ideas and concepts. I would definitely recommend this course for anyone looking to write for children or teens.”
- Laura Baker
“This course is wonderful. I have enjoyed all of the assignments and I have learned so much. I am feeling more confident about my writing. My instructor was amazing to work with. I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in writing for children's magazines or books.”
- Erin Clemens
“The Writing for Children and Teens course has been helpful in developing the skills I've always wanted to hone. It has put me one step closer to achieving my goal of being a published author.”
- Samantha Altizer
"This course gave me clear examples on how to improve my writing. The assignments brought me out of my comfort zone to explore new ideas and concepts. I would definitely recommend this course for anyone looking to write for children or teens.”
- Laura Baker
“This course is wonderful. I have enjoyed all of the assignments and I have learned so much. I am feeling more confident about my writing. My instructor was amazing to work with. I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in writing for children's magazines or books.”
- Erin Clemens

Tuition

A single one time payment for the total tuition price of: $1,220
14 Month Autopay Plan requires a Down Payment of $99 with 14 monthly payments of $79, and a final payment of $15. Total cost $1,220
19 Month Autopay Plan requires a Down Payment of $99 with 19 monthly payments of $59. Total cost $1,220
A single one time payment for the total tuition price of: $1,220
14 Month Autopay Plan requires a Down Payment of $99 with 14 monthly payments of $79, and a final payment of $15. Total cost $1,220
19 Month Autopay Plan requires a Down Payment of $99 with 19 monthly payments of $59. Total cost $1,220

METHOD OF PAYMENT: Pay using your credit or debit card! We accept Visa, Discover, Master Card and American Express.

10 DAY NO-RISK TRIAL: Our goal is to provide you with the writing skills and knowledge needed in today’s publishing industry. We are confident that you will enjoy our writing courses so we offer you a 10 day no-risk trial! If for some reason you are unsure or dissatisfied, we’ve got you covered. The Institute For Writers Student Protection Policy:

  • You have 10 days once you enroll in your course to change your mind. If you’re not completely satisfied, simply notify us, return the materials and get a FULL REFUND. It’s that easy.
  • After 10 days, you have the ability to cancel your course at any time. Whether you have paid in full or on a monthly payment plan, you qualify for our Student Refund Policy.
    REFUND POLICY: Our student service team focuses on student satisfaction. However, if you choose not to continue your writing course, we offer a refund policy. Cancellations within the first 5 days of enrollment receive a full refund. After the first 5 days your refund amount is based on: Tuition collected, Lessons completed, and Enrollment date. Learn more about our refund policy.