Mistake #5: Not Knowing Your Market Before You Write

One of the biggest mistakes new writers make is writing a book without first understanding who they’re writing for.

Here’s what you must know before you start:

👶 Age group

Are you writing for toddlers, preschoolers, early readers, or 6–8-year-olds?

Each age has different vocabulary, length, pacing, and expectations.

📚 Category

Is your book…

• A humorous picture book?

• A faith-based story?

• A bedtime book?

• A rhyming book?

• An activity or learning book?

🎯 Audience need

What problem, emotion, or desire does your book speak to?

Examples:

• Bedtime struggles

• Confidence

• Friendship

• Fear

• Gratitude

• Starting school

📈 Market fit

Look at 3–5 bestselling books similar to yours.

Ask: What do they do well? What can I do differently?

Your Turn:

Comment below with:

1️⃣ The age group you want to write for

2️⃣ The category of book you want to write

3️⃣ One bestselling book your idea feels closest to

I’ll reply and help you tighten the direction so your book is actually marketable.

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