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18d •
Bear With Us Productions Update.
Eight years ago, Richie Evans and I started a little company with a simple idea: to create a production platform for my writing—somewhere we could illustrate and design children’s books based on the stories I’d written. Very quickly, that tiny idea grew. We began helping other writers bring their children’s books to life, and before long, the whole thing snowballed. What started as a passion project became something much bigger. Bear With Us Productions is now a trusted global brand, helping writers become published children’s authors, earning award-winning recognition, and maintaining an excellent Trustpilot rating. We’ve built a team of more than 50 artists, designers, and project managers from all over the world. To say I’m proud is an understatement. But as many of you know, my health hasn’t been great this year, and the strain of running a company has been taking its toll. So today, Bear With Us Productions was sold to a wonderful businessperson involved in several children’s entertainment and educational companies. I’m confident the company is in very good hands. After eight years, I can finally put my feet up a bit and refocus on my own writing, my children’s books, and my personal author journey. In fact, I’ve got three school visits this week—and I’m absolutely bricking it. Pitching stories to a room full of ten-year-olds… they’re the toughest critics of all. Here’s to Bear With Us Productions and its new owner. A new chapter begins.
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@Barbie Yuen thank you. Thanks for the support over the years.
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@Killian Wolf thank you so much. Appreciated. It was my pleasure. We loved little Krampus. 😎❤️
Nov 12 •
Free Online Workshop: Beyond the Book – Building Your Author Identity Online How to Grow Your Brand, Engage Readers & Boost Book Sales Long-Term
26th Nov 2025 and 6 pm UK Time - Have you ever wondered why some authors seem to shine online—getting school visit invites, podcast features, and loyal reader followings—while others struggle to be seen? In collaboration with Bear With Us Productions, this 1-hour Marketing + Author Branding Workshop hosted by Magic Moon Publishing will show you how to develop your personal author brand beyond the pages of your book, so your name becomes as memorable as your stories. You’ll discover: - How to define your author identity – find your authentic message and voice that connects with your audience - Building visibility through social media – practical tips for creating engaging posts that attract readers, educators, and retailers - Leveraging podcasts, interviews, and events – turn appearances into meaningful exposure that sells books - School visits and author talks – why your presence in classrooms can drive both literacy engagement and long-term sales - Marketing the author to market the book – learn why growing you is one of the smartest strategies for sustained success We’ll also share examples from successful children’s authors who have built strong, lasting brands that continue to grow their readership—long after launch day. Attendees will also have the chance to book a free 1:1 session with the Commissioning Editor of Magic Moon Publishing for tailored author branding and marketing advice specific to their work. This is your chance to go beyond the book—to craft your author identity, reach new readers, and create a lasting impact in the world of children’s publishing. https://www.skool.com/bwup-childrens-book-community-4707/calendar?eid=779ecc3038f54a49b4b274756548ac44
Oct 29 •
Waterstones- The Monsters’ Brawl - First Run - Sold Out!
Just had some amazing news. The first batch of copies of my children’s book ‘The Monsters’ Brawl have sold out!! More being stocked as we speak. It’s pretty overwhelming to be fair. Massive thanks to @Florence Hannath and the team for loving the book and getting it out there. Dream come true. ❤️
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@Julia Mcmillan just let the team do their work.
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@Liesl Dowling thank you. ☺️
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Hi @Eva Marie Jane Step-by-Step: Selecting or Updating Your Category 1. Log in to your KDP dashboard:Go to https://kdp.amazon.com. 2. Open your book details:Click your book’s title (either Kindle eBook or Paperback). 3. Scroll to “Categories.”When creating or editing your book, you’ll see a section called “Categories.” Click “Set categories” or “Edit categories.” 4. 5. Choose up to two categories that best fit your book.These are based on BISAC codes (industry standard), not necessarily the same as Amazon’s visible store categories.Don’t worry — Amazon maps BISAC codes to the right Kindle Store sections. 6. Save and republish.Once you click Save and Continue, then Publish, your category updates will go live (usually within 24 hours). 💡 To Get into a “Bestseller” Category Amazon’s visible “bestseller” lists often use hidden subcategories that aren’t selectable directly in KDP. To get listed in one of those: 1. Publish your book first. 2. Then contact KDP Support and request specific Amazon store categories. Go to: KDP Help → Contact Us → Amazon Store & Product Page → Update Amazon Categories. Provide your ASIN (for eBook) or ISBN (for paperback) and list the exact categories you want, for example: 3. Kindle Store > eBooks > Mystery, Thriller 4. Tips for Choosing the Right Category - Pick niche categories with fewer competing titles to improve your bestseller rank chances. - Make sure your book accurately fits the category — Amazon may remove it if it’s misplaced. - Use tools like Publisher Rocket or BookBolt to research low-competition categories. If you’d like to give Publisher Rocket a whirl and a shake, you can do so right here https://bwup--rocket.thrivecart.com/publisher-rocket/ It is a great tool, and you should find it a great help when marketing your book
Sep 8 •
🚀 Unlock the Author Course Today
🚀 Unlock the Author Course Today - In the Classroom! - https://www.skool.com/bwup-childrens-book-community-4707/classroom Our free community gives you tips, support, and inspiration — but if you’re ready to take things further, the Author Course is where you’ll find step-by-step tutorials to take your children’s book from idea to finished publication. Inside the course, you’ll learn: ✅ How to plan and structure your story ✅ Writing for the right age group ✅ Working with illustrators and creating storyboards ✅ Cover design, formatting, and publishing (KDP + IngramSpark) ✅ Marketing, school visits, PR, and much more 🔑 Choose How You Want to Unlock the Course 👉 Option 1: Lifetime Access (£195 + VAT) One-time payment, lifetime access to all modules.Unlock Lifetime Access 👉 Option 2: Monthly Access (£25/month + VAT) Full access to all modules, cancel anytime.Unlock Monthly Access More Modules are being added weekly. ✨ Already subscribed? You’ll automatically keep your access at £25/month — no need to rejoin or pay again. Once you’ve completed your payment, we’ll unlock the course modules for you inside Skool so you can keep learning. This is your chance to learn directly from an award-winning children’s book production team with real experience in publishing books that reach Waterstones, win awards, and are loved by readers (even royalty!).
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@Tammy Kennedy Hi Tammy. Thanks for joining us. Hope you enjoy it and get something out of it. 😊
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