Ever dreamed of writing a children’s book but didn’t know where to start? In this episode, bestselling author and publishing coach Brooke Van Sickle joins Lauren Beane to share how she went from leasing apartments to launching an award-winning publishing house and helping over 40,000 aspiring authors bring their stories to life.

Brooke opens up about taking the leap into entrepreneurship, facing rejection, and overcoming the myth that you need a gatekeeper’s permission to chase your dream. You’ll learn how to find your story idea, what publishers really look for, and how to build the confidence to finally write the book that’s been on your heart.

Whether you want to publish your first picture book or simply need a dose of creative courage, this conversation will remind you that you are ready enough to begin.

You’ll learn:

• How to start writing a children’s book (even if you have no experience)

• The difference between traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing

• Why rejection is part of every creative journey

• Simple mindset shifts to build confidence and silence self-doubt

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