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How to Become the Next JK Rowling

Writer JK Rowling made history when "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" hit bestseller lists across the world. Now everyone wants to write a children's book so that they can be the next publishing success. JK Rowling's achievement didn't happen overnight. You need is a great idea and some writing skills and it could happen for you too.

Things You'll Need

  • Idea
  • Writing Ability
  • Time to write
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Instructions

    • 1

      Start writing a children's book at the age of five. JK Rowling's first story was called "Rabbit."

    • 2

      Make friends with children with a good last name. Remember that name so you can use it in a book. JK Rowling used the surname of her neighbors, Potter, for her famous children's book character.

    • 3

      Tell stories to all of your friends and family. One day these stories will inspire your children's book.

    • 4

      Find a mentor to talk to about writing. JK Rowling discussed her dream of being a writer with her friend Sean Harris.

    • 5

      Take a train trip so you can find inspiration for the next great children's book series. Write down whatever you remember about your inspiration, and then start to write a book.

    • 6

      Visit a café early in the morning every day. Write furiously until you finish the first draft of the first book.

    • 7

      Choose an agent so you can find a publisher for your children's book. Submit your book to publishers until one of them accepts the manuscript.

    • 8

      Sign a multi-million dollar, multi-book contract for the first book. Write the other books in the series and watch the money roll in.

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