What Is Back Matter in a Children's Book? How to Use It to Strengthen Your Story and Impress Publishers
Journey to KidLit - How to Write & Publish Books for KidsShow Notes
Ever seen a children's book with questions, activities, or bonus content at the end? 📚 That’s called back matter — and it can be a secret weapon in making your book stand out to both readers and publishers. 🙌
In this episode of the Journey to Kidlit podcast, Brooke Van Sickle breaks down: * What back matter is and why it matters * How to use it to highlight your book’s message (without being too didactic) * What to include in your query letter if your story has back matter * Plus—insider tips from live coaching inside Kidlit Academy
Whether you're writing about bullying, kindness, or historical topics, this episode will help you turn your story into a richer, more marketable book.
👉 Ready to take your book to the next level? Tune in now + download the FREE Children’s Book Template at https://journeytokidlit.com/get-the-template
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