Student Quotes

I have tried before to get a handle on the children's book writing process. I have taken a course elsewhere, read books, visited websites, and have been frustrated. I started in this course a little unsure, but finished with renewed confidence and an almost complete children's chapter book.

An excellent introduction to children's books, even for those well-versed in other styles of writing.

A great way to amp up your writing. The time I spent online in my Gotham class was the greatest "me" time I've had in years--and my writing has improved exponentially!

It has everything you need to motivate you as a writer.

The best part was how the instructor brought it to life. He provided a safe environment to stretch and try things. His encouragement, constructive criticism and suggestions provided the basis for a complete and fun learning experience.

I rode the train home scribbling ideas in a notebook. The next morning I got up and wrote another chapter of an easy-reader book I'm experimenting with. As I wrote, I thought about all I'd learned in class about character development, believable dialogue, confict and resolution, and making the whole thing interesting to a youngster. I can't think of a better investment of my time than to spend a Saturday in this class!

An excellent course to take if you want an overview of the field.

This is now my third class at Gotham and every teacher has been top notch.

You might feel weird about an online class, in the sense that you may not get the same benefits as being in a classroom, BUT you get so much. Printable lectures, feedback, teacher accessibility and even a weekly lounge for touching base and meeting the others.

What I loved most about this course was the opportunity to expand my imagination.

A delightful experience.

This course helped me sculpt and polish my work so that others might enjoy it, in print. Wish me luck!

An absolute necessity if you wish to become a children's books author.

I would definitely recommend Gotham as a way to start a writing journey, recommit yourself to writing, or to simply let your creative juices flow and imagination fly.

It helps you get into the psyche of the modern-day kid and tells you everything you need to include in your writing to impress the current generation.

A wonderful introduction to the art of writing children's books.

A fun and intriguing introductory course to children's writing that forces you to realize the amount of creativity and hard work that was poured into some of your favorite childhood stories.

I went from nothing to having a full manuscript in a few weeks (even if not in final form). I'm very proud of that, and it wouldn't have happened without this class!

This course gives you an opportunity to relive your childhood and use your imagination to its fullest capacity.

I entered this course having no idea how to write a children's book, or what was involved with the process. This class gave me the knowledge I was looking for, and pointed me in the right direction.